Bachelor of Music (Honours)
SEGi University · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
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The Bachelor of Music (Honours) at SEGi University is designed for aspiring performers, composers, producers, and educators, combining classical foundations with contemporary practices. The programme builds leadership, creativity, and purposeful impact through performance, composition, music technology, entrepreneurship, and music education.
International students follow an international-entry route and complete the programme through a structured year-by-year learning plan that includes music theory and harmony, songwriting, solo and ensemble performance, composition in theatre and film, music for wellness and inclusive education, research in music, and final-year projects with internship and a creative showcase.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Builds technical music skills and musicianship alongside introductory music industry and leadership themes.
- Develops confidence through solo performance and ensemble-based learning activities.
- Introduces music pedagogy concepts alongside performance training so you can translate skills into teaching contexts.
- Deepens performance and ensemble direction abilities with applied musicianship development.
- Expands learning into music technology and entrepreneurship-focused themes.
- Supports practical progression through structured modules that connect creative practice with industry expectations.
- Strengthens leadership and purpose-driven impact through programme learning outcomes aligned with modern music careers.
- Integrates music education and pedagogy themes with performance expertise.
- Focuses on capstone-level preparation by combining performance practice, direction, and applied music industry thinking.
Curriculum
Credit hours are not available on the official SEGi Bachelor of Music (Honours) programme page; the published page shows the programme modules by year only, without a credit-hours table. Further official curriculum documents (programme structure or MQA programme structure/annex) are required to extract credit hours per module and semester totals.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Semester 1 and 2) | N/A (programme page lists modules by year, not by semester) | Music Theory & Harmony | ||
| Songwriting | ||||
| Solo & Ensemble Performance | ||||
| Audiation & Musicianship | ||||
| Instrumentation & Orchestration | ||||
| Music Pedagogy | ||||
| Digital Music & Media | ||||
| Philosophy and Current Issues (Local & International) | ||||
| Effective Listening / Bahasa Kebangsaan A (based on student status) | ||||
| Year 2 (Semester 3 and 4) | N/A (programme page lists modules by year, not by semester) | Theatre Music Composition | ||
| Film Music Composition | ||||
| Music for Wellness | ||||
| Music for Inclusive Education | ||||
| Music Production | ||||
| Research in Music | ||||
| Special Project | ||||
| Electives | ||||
| Year 3 (Semester 5 and 6) | N/A (programme page lists modules by year, not by semester) | Final Year Project | ||
| Internship / Industry Training | ||||
| Performance Portfolio | ||||
| Capstone Module (Presentation/Performance/Research) | ||||
| Career Preparation Workshop | ||||
| Creative Showcase | ||||
| Total | Programme modules listed by year only on the official page; credit-hours table not found during research. | |||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with performance-focused training plus leadership skills that suit roles in live music, ensembles, and music direction pathways.
- You gain practical capabilities that align with music education and pedagogy careers, preparing you for teaching-related opportunities in music contexts.
- You develop applied understanding of music technology and entrepreneurship themes, supporting career options beyond performance-only roles.
- You build a music portfolio and industry-ready confidence through programme emphasis on solo performance, ensemble direction, and applied learning.
- You can progress into more senior creative, educator, and leadership roles as your experience grows within the music industry ecosystem.
Employability rate
For music graduates, typical employability outcomes in Malaysia depend heavily on practical performance readiness, portfolio strength, and networking into music and education sectors; based on field expectations rather than a published SEGi/MQA figure, an estimated employability rate is about 70% with an estimated unemployment rate of about 30%.
Together, these figures point to a career outlook where consistent practice, internships/industry exposure, and strong portfolios materially improve stability.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International entry qualification (foreign qualifications considered by SEGi) | International applicants must meet SEGi’s programme entry requirements as stated for international students, which include acceptable international/foreign qualifications as approved by the Malaysian government. The programme lists entry routes such as STPM, UEC/Level, Foundation in Music or equivalent, and MQA-APEL T6. |
| Additional requirement: music background | In addition to the academic entry qualification, international applicants are required to show prior music experience via certification, documented activities, or an audition. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Music and performing arts background | Direct match | The programme expects prior music experience through certification, documented activities, or an audition. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, English proficiency is required. The programme accepts MUET Band 5, or IELTS, or TOEFL iBT (or an equivalent as listed by SEGi).
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
SEGi advises international students to prepare for visa processing and offer letter fees as part of the application and student pass process. For the student visa approval process, follow the latest instructions given by SEGi and the Malaysian authorities.
- Funds for international student admission and visa processing fees as published by SEGi for international students
- Evidence of financial capacity as required during the Malaysian student pass visa process (submit exactly what EMGS/immigration requests)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | August 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | January 31, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | January 15, 2026 | December 01, 2025 |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | January 31, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | January 31, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
| Official transcripts deadline | January 31, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
| Certified translations deadline | January 31, 2026 | December 15, 2025 |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | Within 2 weeks of request | Within 2 weeks of request |
📝 How to Apply
Submit your application for SEGi review
Submit your international application using SEGi’s official online application form and ensure you select the correct programme level and programme name. Upload the required academic documents and your English proof (if applicable) during the submission. International students are reviewed against the programme’s stated international entry requirements.
Prepare and submit the documents for assessment and approval
SEGi’s international procedure requires you to submit relevant documents such as an application form, academic transcripts/certificates, and a full passport copy. SEGi’s process includes submission of academic transcripts for registry assessment and approval based on minimum entry requirements. Make sure your documents are complete and meet the required format before you proceed.
Pay international student application and visa-related fees
After you are notified as eligible, you must pay the published admission and international student Visa application fees as instructed by SEGi. This fee is described as part of the offer letter and visa processing steps. Complete payment promptly to continue to the next stage of the application.
Wait for offer letter and visa processing guidance
Once the required fees are credited and your application proceeds, SEGi posts and emails the offer letter and proceeds with visa approval application processing. SEGi notes that the international office submits the documents to the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education and the Malaysian Immigration Department to begin processing. Keep an eye on email communications for the next instructions.