Diploma in Performing Arts

Overview

Our Diploma in Performing Arts interdisciplinary curriculum covers two major disciplines: theatre and film. Over two years, students rigorously develop their knowledge and hone their fundamental skills in relation to both disciplines: onstage, backstage, in front of the camera, and behind the scenes. Students are supported by a diverse, experienced and dynamic faculty who reflect today's industry practices. Apart from lectures, students also learn through demonstrations, practical sessions, tutorials, viewings, discussions, performances and field trips. Students are encouraged to find a voice and be critical of their work. They also have ample opportunities to create for the here and now.

Upon completion, students may choose to further their education in ��Ƶ, or with our partner universities in Australia and the UK.

This unique programme provides a strong head-start for employment. Students from the Diploma in Performing Arts have had successful careers not only in theatre and film, but also its related industries in television, radio, journalism, digital media, advertising, broadcasting, and social media.

Intakes

April, September

Duration

2 Years (full-time)

Career Prospects

Actor/Performer, Various Platforms
Cinematographer
Director
Assistant Director
Production Designer
Production Editor
Stage manager
Production Manager
Production Researcher
Scriptwriter
Playwright
Technical Crew

Estimated Annual Course Fee

RM29,500
for Malaysian students
USD7,056
for international students

International students must pay their fees in RM equivalent. The USD here is just an indicative/estimation and subject to the prevalent exchange rate

For details, contact +6(03) 7491 8622

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Programme Structure

Year 1

Improvisation

Theatre Practices

Introduction to Audio-Visual Production

Cinema Studies

Media & Culture

Production Design Theory

Acting & Text

Theatre Project

Production Management

Thought & Writing

Year 2

Script Writing

Modern Theatre

Directing for the Camera

Audio-Visual Post-Production

Career Management

Malaysian Arts & Culture

World Cinema

Collaborative Screen Production Project or Collaborative Stage Production Project

Internship

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)
Community Service for Planetary Health
Thought & Writing
Integrity & Anti-Corruption
Moral Education/Islamic Studies

For International Students

Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
Community Service for Planetary Health
Thought & Writing
Integrity & Anti-Corruption
Moral Education/Islamic Studies

Entry Requirements

APEL.A

SPM / O-Level

Pass with minimum 3 credits (including English)

UEC

Pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs (including English)

Other Qualifications

Any other equivalent qualifications.
Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis

An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-4) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
(Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)

Audition Requirements

Audition requirements

All candidates must pass an audition prior to entry into the programme.

You will need to submit:

A one-minute self-introduction video.
Also, either one of the following:
1. A one-minute video recording of a dramatic monologue (selection of text provided upon request).
2. A demonstration of film-making skills via a one-minute micro-film
(selection of titles provided upon request).