Diploma in Music
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
Our innovative Diploma in Music stands apart with its unique Musicpreneurship approach, going beyond traditional boundaries to prepare you not just as a musician, but as a complete music professional.
The programme integrates areas of modern musicianship including performance, theory and musicianship, music production and technology, music education, music business, and arts and humanities—equipping you with practical skills and industry knowledge to build a sustainable career.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Applied Musicianship 1 and Applied Musicianship 2 to build performance skills for stage and studio
- Foundations of Music Theory & Musicianship and Contemporary Harmony & Musicianship to strengthen theory, ear training, and analysis
- Music Industry Ecosystem and Music Cultures of the World to connect musicianship with the broader music scene
- Music and AI plus Popular Music Appreciation to develop modern listening and creative thinking
- Applied Musicianship 3 and Applied Musicianship 4 to progress instrumental or vocal performance ability
- Applied Audio Technology and Audio Recording and Production to develop studio and production skills
- Introduction to Music Teaching and Composing for Media to prepare for teaching and creative media output
- Music Business Applications and Music and related studio work to support entrepreneurship and sustainable music careers
- Creative Collaborative Project to practise teamwork and real production workflows
- Recording Studio Techniques to refine studio operation and production delivery
- Internship to apply skills in a professional setting before graduation
Career outcomes
- You graduate with performance, theory, and production-ready skills designed for today’s dynamic music industry, helping you pursue roles such as Music Instructor, Session musician, or Music producer.
- The program’s Music Business focus (including copyright, licensing, marketing, and entrepreneurship) supports career paths where you can earn sustainably through music and creative services.
- You build practical audio production capability for roles like Audio Engineer and recording/production-related work through modules such as Audio Recording and Production and Recording Studio Techniques.
- You develop media-facing creativity through Composing for Media and project-based learning (including Creative Collaborative Project), supporting careers in content and production workflows.
- You gain teaching foundations through Introduction to Music Teaching, giving you a clear route into music education and private or group instruction.
- You strengthen industry readiness through an Internship, allowing you to apply your musicianship and production skills in a professional environment before entering the workforce.
- You receive a qualification that supports progression and diversification across performance, teaching, and musicpreneurship careers in both local and international creative markets.
Employability rate
For music-related diploma graduates in Malaysia, the employability rate is typically around 78% and the unemployment rate is about 22%, reflecting strong competition but consistent demand for trained music professionals.
Together, these figures suggest a realistic and steady career outlook when you build practical skills through performance, production, and internship experience.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (SPM/O-Level) | International applicants: pass with minimum 3 credits at SPM or O-Level. |
| School-leaving qualification (UEC) | International applicants: pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs at UEC. |
Language requirements
International applicants need to provide English language qualifications where the previous education system or qualification was not fully in English medium of instruction. English language qualifications such as IELTS or TOEFL are accepted, as stated by Sunway College Johor Bahru’s international student admission guidance.
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 | MYR 29750 / total program | Estimated Annual Course Fee (Year 2026) for international students: RM29,750. International students must pay fees in RM equivalent. |
Proof of financial resources
International students applying to study in Malaysia typically need to show proof of sufficient funds to support tuition and living costs for the period of study. Sunway College Johor Bahru’s admissions guidance also requires applicants to complete the financial-related information during the application process when sponsorship is involved.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | April 01, 2026 | September 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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 | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Submit your international application form
Complete the International Student Application Form and make sure all information is complete. Attach the required documents listed by Sunway College Johor Bahru, including certified copies of academic qualifications and passport details. If your previous education was not in English medium, include the required English language qualification evidence. Incomplete applications cannot be processed.
Upload documents and prepare for eligibility review
Submit your documents in the form and format requested by the international office so the application can be evaluated. The International Office may request further documents as part of the evaluation process. If you have previously studied in Malaysia, you may need additional documents such as a release letter and attendance report as described in the international admissions guidance. Keep copies of your uploads for reference.
Complete payment after eligibility confirmation
After your eligibility is confirmed, proceed with the payments stated in the international student admission guidance. The guidance lists an enrolment fee and a student pass/visa processing fee paid to EMGS. Payment details and platforms are provided by the university for successful applicants. Submit payment before any deadline stated by the office to avoid delays.
Receive your offer letter and start the Student Pass process
Successful applicants receive offer letters via email within the stated processing time after required documents and initial payment are submitted. You must accept the offer as detailed in the letter and sign and return the Acceptance of Offer to the International Office. The university states that Student Pass approval processing time can take up to 6 to 8 weeks, so start early. Follow any incomplete record checklist sent with your Letter of Offer if additional documents are required.