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

Foundation

Duration

1.0 years

Intake

January, May, September

English Requirement

Class Type

Full Time

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

28,200

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 28,200 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,400 MYR

Refundable Deposit 1,000 MYR

International Administration fee 4,200 MYR

Registration fee 450 MYR

Facilities fee 950 MYR

Total Additional Fees 10,000 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 38,200 MYR

Course Overview

The Foundation in Music at UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur is meticulously designed to prepare students for advanced studies in Classical and Contemporary Music. This comprehensive program equips students with essential skills in music theory, performance, and aural training, laying a solid foundation for future academic and professional pursuits in the music industry.

Program Structure

Semester 1: Introduction to music professions, music theory rudiments 1, aural foundation 1, major instrument 1, minor instrument 1, and choir 1 or orchestra 1.
Semester 2: Music theory rudiments 2, aural foundation 2, major instrument 2, minor instrument 2, and choir 2 or orchestra 2.
Semester 3: Experiencing music, major instrument 3, minor instrument 3, and elective courses.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications:
- SPM: Pass with a minimum of 5 credits.
- O-Level: At least C grade in 5 subjects.
- UEC: At least B grade in 3 subjects.
- Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government.
Music Audition:
- Performance audition consisting of three pieces of contrasting styles.
- Aural diagnostic test to repeat a melody and a rhythmic phrase from memory.
- Theory diagnostic test covering intervals, scales, and key signatures.
English Language Requirements:
- MUET: Band 3.
- SPM English: Grade B+.
- UEC English Language: Grade A2.
- TOEFL IBT: 30-31.
- IELTS: 4.0.
- SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE: Grade C.
- Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill: 140.
- Pearson Test: 36.
- CEFR: B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1).

Career Opportunities

Professional musician.
Music educator.
Composer.
Music producer.
Sound engineer.

Highlights

Duration: 1 year.
Intakes: January, May, and September.
Location: Kuala Lumpur campus.
Full access to UCSI University's Institute of Music events and performances.

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