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BACHELOR OF DANCE

This programme aims to produce graduates who are proficient and skilled in the professional practice and academic study of dance. Students study western and non-western, dance techniques, choreography, dance notation and dance education with particular emphasis on Malaysian dance, thus offering a well-rounded multi-cultural and cross cultural dance education at the tertiary level. Dance faculty members include pioneers and experts in the field of ethnochoreology, modern and traditional choreography and dance education.

Career Opportunity

• Choreographer
• Journalist
• Cultural Officer
• Educationist
• Producer
• Arts Manager
• Lecturer
• Dancer
• Networking
• KakiSeni
• RimbunDahan
• MyDance
• Dance Researcher
• Director Dance Critic
• Asia Dance Channel
• Cultural Ambassador
• Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia (Kementerian Pelancongan dan Kebudayaan Malaysia)
• National Department for Arts and Culture (Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara)
• Johor Heritage Foundation (Yayasan Warisan Johor)
• Lembaga Kebudayaan Negeri Sabah Sarawak Cultural Village (Kampung Budaya Sarawak)
• Dayak Cultural Foundation (DCF)
• Akademi Seni Budaya dan Warisan Kebangsaan (ASWARA)
• Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM)
• Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Center (KLPAC)
• Nusantara Performing Arts Research Center (NusPARC)
• World Dance Alliance – Asia Pacific International Council for Traditional Music (ICTM)

Course Structure

Students must complete a total of 127 credits in order to be awarded the Bachelor of Dance. The programme is to be completed in three (3) academic years, including 6 Normal Semesters and 1 Special Semester.

The course structure for the programme are as follows:

Course ComponentCredits
University Course24
Faculty Core Course7
Programme Core Course63
Faculty Elective Course6
Programme Elective Course27
Total Credits for Graduation127

Entry Requirement

Bachelor of Dance
QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS

STPM

(Current Year)


Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the STPM level; 

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the STPM level; 

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


Matriculation / Foundation
 (Current Year)

Obtain at least CGPA of 3.00 at the Foundation/Matriculation level;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the Foundation/Matriculation level;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.



Diploma / Equivalent 

Possess a Diploma from a Public University/IPTA/ILKA/Polytechnic/IPTS or other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University Senate with at least CGPA of 3.00;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the Diploma level;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATION

(1)    UM Foundation (SATU)

Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the UM Foundation (SATU) level; 

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the UM Foundation (SATU) level; 

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


(2)    GCE A-Level

Possess a recognised GCE A-Level qualification;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B in any two (2) subjects at the GCE A-Level qualification;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance. 

 


AND


Pass audition and interview.



(3)    STPM 

(Not the Current Year)


Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the STPM level not the current year;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the STPM level not the current year;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


(4)    Matriculation / 
Foundation 
(Not the Current Year)


Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the Matriculation / Foundation level not the current year;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the Matriculation / Foundation level not the current year;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


(5)    Foundation IPTS / 
Asasi Seni Kreatif (ASWARA)

Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the Asasi Seni Kreatif (ASWARA) / Foundation IPTS;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Grade B- in any two (2) subjects at the Asasi Seni Kreatif (ASWARA) / Foundation IPTS;

 

AND

 

Obtain at least Band 3.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations taken from Session 1, 2021 onwards, with the result valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.



AND


Pass audition and interview.


PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) AND PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME (PLO) 

Programme Educational Objective (PEO)

PEO 1
Graduates emerge as intellectually driven practicing professionals in dance and/or related fields of arts

PEO 2
Graduates demonstrate commitment toward sustainable development in the arts and for the well-being of society

PEO 3
Graduates embark on life-long learning to meet local and global needs using dance practice and research skills

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)

PLO1
To demonstrate knowledge in the dance field that is related to performing arts such as history, aesthetics, kinesthetic, education, choreography, ethnography and critical theories. 

PLO2
To identify issues related to practice and dance research. Apply skills and knowledge in problem solving. 

PLO3
To acquire techniques from various dance genres that comprise traditional and contemporary dances and apply these skills in production, pedagogy and research

PLO4
To build effective communication skills and teamwork among students who come from different cultural backgrounds through various dance activities. 

PLO5
To use various numeric and graphic applications and information technology to enhance teaching and learning in dance. 

PLO6
To demonstrate leadership and professionalism in various dance contexts.

PLO7
To nurture lifelong learning and explore a professional pathway in the field of dance. Create the ability to build, explore and tap opportunities in business. 

PLO8
To create the ability to identify ethical issues and inculcate a professional attitude in practice and dance research.


Intake Schedule

Semester I of the academic year commences in September while Semester II commences in February.

Deadline for Malaysian Applicants : April for Semester I Intake.

Deadline for International Applicants : May for Semester I Intake.

For more information, please refer : https://study.um.edu.my/bachelor-of-dance

Last Update: 25/09/2026