Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Contemporary Music (Audio Technology) 12 months Undergraduate Programme By Sunway University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This programme aims to train versatile musicians and music producers. It is both a technical and creative degree programme, providing you with solid music theory and academic knowledge while developing your skills in audio technology through studio practice and interdisciplinary collaborative projects. Subjects and areas covered include composition, arrangement, sound design and film scoring, as well as music theory, history and aural training.

If you have a strong interest in music, production, sound and audio technology, this programme is ideal for you. It is also open to individuals with no prior formal musical training who are passionate about pursuing a career in music. Graduates will be equipped to work in the music industry as music producers, mixing engineers and composers; or in the broader creative industries through work on film, TV, video games, theatre, dance, entertainment and many more.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This programme aims to train versatile musicians and music producers. It is both a technical and creative degree programme, providing you with solid music theory and academic knowledge while developing your skills in audio technology through studio practice and interdisciplinary collaborative projects. Subjects and areas covered include composition, arrangement, sound design and film scoring, as well as music theory, history and aural training.

If you have a strong interest in music, production, sound and audio technology, this programme is ideal for you. It is also open to individuals with no prior formal musical training who are passionate about pursuing a career in music. Graduates will be equipped to work in the music industry as music producers, mixing engineers and composers; or in the broader creative industries through work on film, TV, video games, theatre, dance, entertainment and many more.

Admission Requirements

24+
6+
8+
55+

Entry Requirements

  • STPM -  Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)
  • A-Level -  Minimum 8 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)

Note: For A-Level points calculation

    • A = 10 points
    • B = 8 points
    • C = 6 points
    • D = 4 points
    • E = 2 points

  • Australian Matriculation -  ATAR 55%
  • Canadian Matriculation - 55%
  • Monash University Foundation Year - 55%
  • Sunway Foundation in Arts/ Sunway Foundation in Science Technology - CGPA 2.0
  • Unified Examination Certificate -  Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)
  • International Baccalaureate - Completed with minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points)
  • Sunway Diploma in Related Field- CAVG 50% or CGPA 2.0
    * Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
  • Other Qualifications - Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • APEL.A - An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning) 

Specific Requirements - All candidates must pass an audition prior to entry into the programme. To prepare three 1.5-minute pieces to be sung or performed on any instrument of their choice, alongside a self-introduction video.

Please contact [email protected] for more details.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS or equivalent 6.0
  • MUET Band 4
  • SPM English B+
  • UEC English B4
  • O-Level English (1119) Credit
  • Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
  • ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English

1 Year
Sep
Apr

Domestic
37,390 USD
International
8,809 USD

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