Overview
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.
- Music producer
- Mixing engineer
- Production engineer
- Session musician
- Composer
- Sound designer
- RM36,300
for Malaysian students
- USD8,322
for international students
Programme Structure
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects
For Local Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Community Service
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
For International Students
- Malay Language for Communication 2
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Community Service

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
CGPA 2.0
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
Specific Requirements
Contemporary Music (Audio Technology)
All candidates must pass an audition. To prepare three 1.5-minute pieces to be sung or performed on any instrument of their choice. Please contact [email protected] for more details.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS or equivalent 6.0
Note: Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
*Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
For more information about the scholarships and financial aid, please visit the SEG Scholarships website.

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