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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Music Performance

Sunway University

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music Performance focuses on Western art music, providing training in practical musicianship, music theory, and academic knowledge. This practice-based, creative degree program requires you to practice independently, rehearse in ensembles, and perform in various settings. Throughout your studies, you will also acquire knowledge in music theory, music history, composition, arrangement, music technology, and music education.

“This program is ideal for those with a performance background who are interested in solo performance, ensemble playing, and music education.” Graduates will be prepared for professional careers in the music industry as performers, educators, and session musicians, benefiting from broad exposure to related fields such as composition and arrangement. Additionally, the interdisciplinary nature of the program and its strong emphasis on collaborative work will equip you with a diverse range of transferable skills essential for employment in today’s creative industries.

Entry Requirements

STPM

Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Performer
  • Educator
  • Session musician
  • Composer
  • Conductor
  • Arranger

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Applied Audio Technology
  • Audio Recording & Production
  • English for the Arts
  • Large Ensemble 1
  • Large Ensemble 2
  • Music Cultures of the World
  • Music History: Renaissance to Classical
  • Music Theory & Musicianship 1
  • Music Theory & Musicianship 2
  • Principal Study 1
  • Principal Study 2

Year 2

  • Collaborative Projects
  • Communication Skills
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills
  • Free Elective 1
  • Music Theory & Musicianship 3
  • Music Theory & Musicianship 4
  • Music History: Romantic to 20th Century
  • Principal Study 3
  • Principal Study 4

Year 3

  • Creative Project
  • Composition & Improvisation
  • Conducting
  • Elective 3
  • Free Elective 2
  • Internship
  • Music Pedagogy
  • Research Project
  • Topic Study 1
  • Topic Study 2

Electives

Elective 1 (Choose 1)

  • Chamber Music 1
  • Song & Aria Class: Italian

Elective 2 (Choose 1)

  • Chamber Music 2
  • Song & Aria Class: German

Elective 3 (Choose 1)

  • Chamber Music 3
  • Song & Aria Class: French & Malay

Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

For Local Students

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption

For International Students

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Critical Thinking
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Graphic designer
  • UX designer
  • Interior designer
  • Art director

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