Diploma In Music Performance

UCSI University’s music programme provides comprehensive solo and ensemble training, catering to students looking to refine their musical skills while pursuing an additional qualification. The curriculum spans music theory, technology, and diverse genres such as pop, jazz, and classical music, accommodating a wide range of musical interests. To ensure career readiness, the programme includes an internship, offering valuable hands-on experience and a smooth transition into the professional music industry.

Any one of these:

• SPM(V)/O-Level: Pass with at least a Grade C (Credit) in 3 subjects
• STPM/A-Level: Pass with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (Grade C) in 1 subject
• UEC: Pass with at least a Grade B in 3 subjects
• SKM/KKM (Level 3): Pass SPM with at least a Credit in 1 subject and complete "program pengukuhan" (if required)
• KKM (Level 3): Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
• STAM: Pass (pangkat maqbul)
• Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
• Additionally, candidates must pass the Music Audition.
• Music Audition Requirements

Performance Audition:

• Duration: 15 minutes

• Memorization is encouraged for scholarship applications.

• Classical Music: 3 pieces of contrasting styles (e.g., Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Modern)
• Classical Voice: 3 pieces of contrasting styles in at least two different languages (e.g., German, Italian, French, English, Chinese)
• Contemporary Music: 3 pieces of contrasting styles (e.g., jazz, pop, rock, Latin, popular styles)

Notes:

• String, woodwind, and voice majors must bring their own piano accompanist or request one from the Institute (a fee applies).

• Contemporary music candidates may use minus-one recordings. Please bring your own audio playback device (laptop, tablet, etc.). An audio connection (1/8 – 1/8 inch) will be provided.

• Composition majors must submit a portfolio of compositions and pass an audition on a major instrument.

Aural Diagnostic Test:

• Candidates must repeat a melody and a rhythmic phrase from memory.

Theory Diagnostic Test:

• Topics include intervals, scales, and key signatures.

English Language Requirements

For Local Students:

• MUET: Band 2
• CEFR: B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)
• 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

Candidates who do not meet the English requirements must take the SE004 Basic English subject before advancing to the SE005 English Foundation subject during the foundation year.

For International Students:

• Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, Linguaskill Online): 140
• Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (OET – Conventional/Online): 200
• IELTS: Band 4.0
• TOEFL iBT: 30-31
• TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5.0
• PTE Academic / Academic (Online): 36
• MUET: Band 3

Core Courses

• Choir 1-4 or Orchestra 1-4

• Recital Attendance 1-4
• Masterclass Attendance 1-4
• Theory Rudiments 1-2
• Theory Studies 1-2 or Jazz Theory Studies 1-2
• Aural Training 1-4
• Keyboard Harmony
• Professional Skills
• Listening Skills
• Music in Malaysia – A Survey
• Introduction to MIDI and Notation
• Classical Music Survey or Popular Music and Jazz Survey
• Introduction to Music Technology
• Major Instrument 1-5
• Minor Instrument 1-2

Specialised Core Courses

• Performance Skills 1-2

• Chamber Music Ensemble 1-3 or Modern Band 1-3
• Internship
• Recital

General Courses (MPU) 

• Malaysian Studies or Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
• Malaysian Eco-Tourism
• Professional Skills
• Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1-2