Academic Requirements

Master’s Degree in the field or related fields, or other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian government.

Music Audition Requirements

Performance Audition (Auditions are conducted at least 1 month before the start of the semester)

Submit a portfolio of work of professional standards and curriculum vitae demonstrating at least 5 years of performance experience.

Pass an entrance audition:

• A recital programme lasting 25 to 30 minutes.
• Performance by memory as per concert practice.
• The level of performance must meet the attainment of a master’s degree graduation level and show potential to develop throughout the PhD programme.
• For repertoires with piano parts, accompanist is needed. Request for accompanist from the Institute can be made and a fee will be charged. Recording submissions without piano accompaniment will be rejected.

Proposal Requirements

Candidates are required to submit the following:

• One thesis proposal
• with information on the scope of research, literature review, and supporting references. The proposal has to be between 500-1,000 words. The focus of the research covers all areas of performances, literatures, and composers. Focus on repertoires performed in Recital 1 and 2 is encouraged.
• The following components are required:
  • Background of Study
  • Significance of Study
  • Research Aims/Goals
  • Research Methods
  • Research Questions
  • Reference List
• Two creative work proposals
• Recital 1 & 2
  - proposed list of repertoires programme to be performed.
• Lecture-Recital
  - with information on the scope of the literature or performance to be studied and presented. Literature review and supporting reference to be included. The proposal has to be between 250-500 words.

Commencement of the Programme for International Students

Successful applicant will be able to proceed with the programme once the visa requirement is approved and received by the music office.

English Language Requirements