Overview
Our innovative Diploma in Music stands apart with its unique “Musicpreneurship” approach, going beyond traditional boundaries to prepare you not just as a musician, but as a complete music professional. By integrating six essential areas of modern musicianship, we equip you with the skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic music industry while supporting your holistic growth.
- Performance: Develop strong instrumental or vocal skills through individual and ensemble performances, mastering your craft on stage and in the studio.
- Theory and Musicianship: Build solid foundations in music theory, ear training, and analysis, providing a deep understanding of musical language.
- Music Production/Technology: Dive into the world of sound with recording techniques, digital audio workstations (DAWs), and sound design, bringing your creative visions to life.
- Music Education: Develop pedagogical skills for private and group instruction, empowering you to share your passion and knowledge.
- Music Business: Master critical topics such as copyright law, licensing, marketing, and entrepreneurship, transforming your artistic talent into sustainable income.
- Arts and Humanities: Explore diverse music histories and cultures, broadening your perspective and enriching your artistic expression.
This comprehensive approach equips you with multiple career pathways and diverse skill sets – whether you’re passionate about performing, teaching, production, or the business side of music. You’ll graduate with the practical skills and industry knowledge to build a sustainable career in the modern music landscape.
- Artist Manager
- Audio Engineer
- Composer/ Arranger
- Event coordinator
- Music Content Creator
- Music Instructor
- Music producer
- Session musician
- RM29,500
for Malaysian students
Programme Structure
Year 1
Year 2
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects
- Appreciation of Ethics & Civilisation
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (Applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
- Malay Language for Communication 1
- Community Service for Planetary Health
- Thought & Writing
- Integrity & Anti-Corruption
- Moral Education / Islamic Studies
Entry Requirements
Pass with minimum 3 credits
Pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs
Audition Requirement
All candidates must pass an audition-interview
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
All audition materials must be submitted via cloud drive links (e.g., YouTube, Google Drive, Dropbox, WeTransfer).
Kindly send the link to @email and ensure that the links are publicly viewable or have been granted access.
You will need to submit 4 videos total:
- 3 Audition pieces (choose Option A OR Option B below)
- 1 Self-introduction video
OPTION A: PERFORMANCE PATHWAY
Demonstrate your musical capabilities through three contrasting pieces (minimum 1.5 minutes each).
What to perform:
- All genres are welcome: classical, jazz, pop, rock,
traditional, or a mixture of styles. - Pieces should showcase different aspects of your
musical abilities. - Perform on your preferred instrument(s) or voice.
OPTION B: PRODUCTION /COMPOSITION PATHWAY
Demonstrate your musical creativity and production
skills through three works (minimum 1.5 minutes each).
What to submit:
- Any combination of original compositions, beats, remixes,
arrangements, multi-track productions, or recordings. - Works should showcase different aspects of your creative
and technical abilities.
Self-Introduction Video (1 minute)
In your introduction video, please:
- Introduce yourself clearly.
- Share your musical background and experience.
- Share why you’re interested in studying music at Ƶ University.
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