UCSI University

Overview of Master of Music (Performance Studies) in UCSI University Malaysia

The Master of Music (Performance Studies) programme, with a classical music focus, is designed to cater to the changing needs of musicians today. It has a strong emphasis on performance and yet, allows students to acquire a secondary specialisation in areas of teaching, research, or community music.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Core Courses

• Principal Study 1-4
• Research Project
• Music Research Methods
• Performance Practice Seminar
• Pedagogy Seminar

Elective Courses

Students are required to complete 9 credit hours from the selection

• Repertoire Studies 1-3
• Music and Law
• Advanced Tonal Analysis
• Orchestral Excerpts for Strings
• Teaching Practicum
• Community Music
• Music in Southeast Asia
• Seminar in Musicology 1-3

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must meet either of the following requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in related field with minimum CGPA 2.5

OR

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent not meeting CGPA 2.5, but with minimum 5 years working experience in the relevant field

OR

Other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian government

?AND

Passed the music audition/ interview

CAREER PROSPECTS

The courses will open career opportunities for instrumental teaching and performance, and enhance musical skills, knowledge and understanding to a level appropriate for undergraduate music teaching at college and university.