UCSI University

Based on the principles of boldness, perseverance, integrity, and excellence, UCSI University is a leading higher education institution with branches in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu, and Sarawak, Malaysia. Our college is equipped with the most advanced facilities to meet the needs of students, offering a wide range of academic courses, from medicine, pharmacy, nursing, engineering, and architecture to music, multimedia, education, liberal arts, and hospitality.

Course Information

Academic Qualification

Bachelor

Duration

3.0 years

Intake

January, May, September

English Requirement

Class Type

Full Time

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

38,830

MYR

Second Year

45,390

MYR

Third Year

19,710

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 103,930 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,400 MYR

Refundable Deposit 1,000 MYR

International Administration 4,200 MYR

Registration Fee 450 MYR

Facilities fee (Semester basis) 950 MYR

Total Additional Fees 10,000 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 113,930 MYR

Course Overview

The BMus (Hons) Contemporary Music program at UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur offers a comprehensive education in contemporary music genres, including pop, rock, blues, and jazz. Students develop essential skills in performance, composition, arranging, and music technology, preparing them for diverse roles such as recording session musicians, composers, arrangers, and music producers.

Program Structure

Year 1: Foundational courses in music theory, aural skills, and performance, including Choir or Orchestra, Modern Band, and Major Instrument studies.
Year 2: Intermediate studies in music history, technology, and business, with courses like Rock Music History, Introduction to Music Technology, and Music Business in Malaysia.
Year 3: Advanced topics and practical experience through Final Year Performance or Research Project, and an industry internship.

Entry Requirements

STPM/A-Levels: 2 principal passes
UEC: 5 credits
Diploma: Pass
Other Year 12 equivalent: Average score of 60%
National Matriculation: CGPA 2.0
International Baccalaureate: 26/42
SPM/O-Levels: 5 credits
UEC: 4 credits
Other Year 11 equivalent: Overall average score of 60%
English Language Requirements: MUET Band 3, IELTS Band 5.0, TOEFL iBT 40, or equivalent.

Career Opportunities

Performing: Recording sessionist, lounge musician
Teaching: Private tutor, music institutions/centers
Composing/Arranging: Publishing, production, recording, advertising
Music Technology: Production, recording, broadcasting
Music Business: Management, marketing, administration, retailing, sales.

Highlights

Duration: 3 years
Intakes: January, May, September.

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