MA (Music) - School of Arts

The MA and PhD in Music degrees introduce you to the fundamental principle of research in Music.  The MA and PhD in Music are centered on individual scholarly activity in fields such as composition, ethnomusicology, pedagogy, and performance. The program is designed to allow you to focus on your specific area of interest and work closely with your appointed supervisor. 

Area of Specialisation

MUZIK / MUSIC

• Etnomuzikologi / Ethnomusicology
• Muzikologi / Musicology
• Komposisi / Composition
• Pedagogi- Pendidikan Muzik / Pedagogy – Music Education

Expertise available in the following School: School of the Arts

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in related area

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

• A minimum score of 46 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 8 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum of Band 5.5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 51 for PTE; or
• A minimum score of 160 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
• A minimum score of 160 for Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum score of 108 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 4 for MUET

Exemption can be given if:

• English is the candidate's mother tongue or National Language; or
• The candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction is English

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
• Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

** Fees are subject to change