Total Fees

RM36,190

  • Level

    Diploma

  • Duration

    2.5-3 year(s)

  • Study Mode

    Full-time

  • Major

    Music & Performing Arts

  • Campus

    Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur

  • Certification

    Malaysia Institute of Art (MIA)

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Description

The Diploma in Music at MIA offers comprehensive training in music theory, performance, composition, and music production. Students develop technical skills on instruments or voice, understand music history and styles, and gain experience in ensemble and solo performances. The curriculum emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and professional development, with opportunities to participate in concerts, recordings, and collaborative projects. Graduates will be prepared for careers as performers, composers, music educators, or music producers, and will have a solid foundation to pursue advanced studies in music or related fields.

Intake Month(s)

January, May, September

Application Fee RM 250.00
Administration Fee RM 200.00
Insurance Fee RM 80.00
Caution Fee RM 200.00
Tuition Fee RM 33,660.00
Facilities Fees (Total) RM 1,800.00
Grand Total RM 36,190.00

Course Structure

  • Principal Study 1
  • Second Study 1
  • Aural Skills & Ear Training 1
  • Music Theory
  • Baroque Music History
  • Introduction to Computer Music
  • English
  • Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban
  • Principal Study 2
  • Second Study 2
  • Aural Skills & Ear Training 2
  • Classical Music History
  • Performance Ensemble 1
  • Introduction to Harmony
  • World Music
  • Keyboard Harmony
  • Writing Skills or Bahasa Kebangsaan A

  • Communication Ethics 1
  • Principal Study 3
  • Second Study 3
  • Aural Skills & Ear Training 3
  • Romantic Music History
  • Performance Ensemble 2
  • Harmony & Counterpoint 1
  • Traditional Music of Malaysia
  • Community Project
  • Principal Study 4
  • Second Study 4
  • Aural Skills & Ear Training 4
  • 20th Century Music History
  • Performance Ensemble 3
  • Harmony & Counterpoint 2
  • Music Business
  • Arranging 1

  • Principal Study 5
  • Second Study 5
  • Conducting Techniques
  • Instruction Methods
  • Arranging 2
  • Performance Ensemble 4
  • Musical Form & Analysis 1
  • Principal Study 6 – Recital Performance
  • Second Study 6
  • Musical Form & Analysis 2
  • Intellectual Property Protection
  • Performance Ensemble 5
  • Orchestration
  • Practical Training

Entry Requirement

  • Pass with minimum of 3 credits in any subjects

  • Minimum 3 Grade C in any subjects

  • Successful completion of a relevant Certificate programme

  • Minimum 3 credits (3Bs) in any subjects plus Music requirement (Grade 5 piano OR Grade 4 other instruments OR pass audition)