Faculty of Creative Arts

MASTER OF PERFORMING ARTS (MUSIC)

The Master of Performing Arts (Music) programme is crafted to enhance and cultivate your existing musical expertise and aptitude. This postgraduate curriculum entails the successful completion of three fundamental courses encompassing performance practice, musicology, and research methodology. You will also have the opportunity to select an elective course that enables you to delve deeper into a specific area of interest, such as music education, ethnomusicology, music technology, performance studies, composition, or music theory.

Our program is held in high esteem among music professionals engaged in school-based music education, independent studio music education, and community music education. By undertaking this program, students are equipped with the necessary knowledge and proficiencies to make significant contributions within the music industry across various educational, performance, and music productionoriented contexts.

Career Opportunity

Music Producer; Composer; Concert or Festival Organizer; Programme Coordinator (music groups or events)
Ethnomusicologist; Researcher; Music Arranger; Lecturer; Music Teacher

Course Structure

COMPONENT	TYPE	COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	CREDITS	TOTAL
Coursework (Part I)	Core Courses	ROA7001	Methodology in Music Research	3	9
		ROA7003	Performance Practice	3
		ROA7004	Readings in Musicology	3
	Elective Courses (Choose 1)	ROA7005	Music Technology	3	3
		ROA7006	Theory and Structural	3
		ROA7007	Music Composition	3
		ROA7008	Ethnomusicology	3
		ROA7009	Research in Music Education	3
		ROA7010	Practical Studies : Performance	3
Research (Part II)	Dissertation	ROA7002	Dissertation	30	30
			TOTAL CREDITS		42

Note :

Candidates are required to pass at least ‘B’ for each Core Courses.
Candidates are required to complete the coursework component (Part I) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 prior to registering for the research component (Part II).
Candidates are required to determine their research area and select a supervisor prior to embarking on the dissertation. The nomination of supervisor(s) shall be done by filling in the appropriate form at the Postgraduate Office.

Entry Requirement

MALAYSIAN & INTERNATIONAL

General Requirements:

Possessed a Bachelor Degree of Music / Bachelor Degree of Performing Arts with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.

Possessed a Bachelor's Degree with CGPA of 2.50 - 2.99 and meet at least one (1) of the

following criteria:

1) UM graduate; or

2) At least one (1) year working experience in a related field; or

3) Publication in a related field; or

4) A scholarship holder; or

5) A Government servant; or

6) Pass an interview by PTj; or

7) Pass a Special Assessment by PTj.

Related Area

Fields of Performing Arts, Music Education, Music Production, Ethnomusicology, Musicology.

Language Requirement

MUET : B4.0

IELTS : 6.0

TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) : 60

TOEFL Essentials (Online) : 8.5

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic : 59

B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency : 169

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

Programme Educational Objective (PEO)

PEO 1
Graduates will establish themselves as practicing professionals in music research field (professionalism).

PEO 2
Graduate will demonstrate communication skills and develop lifelong learning and leadership quality through music research field.

PEO 3
Graduates will contribute to the sustainability and the well-being of society by showing their professionalism and ethical behavior developed through music research.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)

PLO 1
Apply knowledge and theoretical principles in music studies.

PLO 2
Apply theoretical and practical knowledge critically to resolve problems in the music field.

PLO 3
Apply practical skills relevant to the current development of the music discipline

PLO 4
Demonstrate appreciation for cultural diversity in music while adapting interpersonal skills in collaborative settings.

PLO 5
Communicate music-related knowledge, skills, and ideas effectively with various stakeholders.

PLO 6
Manage a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software in enhancing music research and practice

PLO 7
Apply statistical methods and quantitative analysis to evaluate and interpret data within music research.

PLO 8
Demonstrate leadership and initiative when guiding teams in musical projects.

PLO 9
Demonstrate research capabilities that foster lifelong learning within musical and related disciplines.

PLO 10
Build professional networks within music communities, establishing relationships that support their entrepreneurial ventures and career development.

PLO 11
Apply skills and responsibilities professionally and ethically in conducting music research.

Intake Schedule

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

Application Deadline: May for Semester I intake and October for Semester II intake.

For more information, please refer : https://study.um.edu.my/master-of-performing-arts-music

Master Of Performing Arts (Music)