Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Contemporary Music (Audio Technology)
Sunway University · Selangor, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #354
Quick Overview
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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. Graduates will be equipped to work in the music industry as music producers, mixing engineers and composers, or in broader creative industries such as film, TV, video games, theatre, dance and entertainment.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Applied Audio Technology
- Applied Contemporary Musicianship 1 and Applied Contemporary Musicianship 2
- Audio Recording & Production
- Music Theory & Musicianship 1 and Music Theory & Musicianship 2
- Music Cultures of the World and Recording Studio Techniques
- Applied Music Production
- Applied Sound Design
- Audio Post-Production & Mastering
- Audio Processing & Mixing
- Contemporary Music Composition & Arrangement
- Studio Design and Collaborative Projects
- Free Elective 1
- Popular Music Studies
- Sound for Film
- Creative Project and Research Project
- Discipline Elective and Free Elective 2
- Internship
- AI Foundation and Applications
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
- Critical Thinking
- Community Service For Planetary Health
- Entrepreneurship Mindset and Skills
- Essentials of Employability
- Integrity & Anti Corruption
Career outcomes
- You graduate with studio- and production-focused capability designed for roles like music producer, mixing engineer, and production engineer.
- The program builds sound design and audio post-production competence so you can work as a sound designer in creative industries.
- You develop composition and arrangement skills that support career pathways into composing and music creation for media and entertainment.
- You gain practical experience through internship, helping you connect your portfolio work with real industry workflows.
- You study sound for film as part of the degree, preparing you for audio technology and post roles across film, TV, video games, and theatre.
Employability rate
For graduates of Contemporary Music (Audio Technology) in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is around 75% with an estimated unemployment rate of about 25%, depending on portfolio readiness and internship experience.
Overall, the program’s production, mixing, and sound-for-media training supports a more stable career outlook for graduates entering music and creative-industry roles in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (international pathway) | International applicants can be considered with recognised school-leaving qualifications such as STPM, A-Level, Australian Matriculation (ATAR), Canadian Matriculation, Monash University Foundation Year, Sunway Foundation in Arts (or Science Technology), Unified Examination Certificate, International Baccalaureate, or a Sunway Diploma in a related field. Sunway also states that any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis for entry to this programme. |
| Diploma with APEL.A (internationally assessed) | For applicants using APEL.A (Recognition of Prior Learning), Sunway indicates that a Sunway Diploma in a related field with APEL.A is considered, including entry targets and eligibility as published on the programme entry requirements page. |
| Audition requirement (music portfolio and self-introduction video) | All candidates must pass an audition prior to entry into the programme, which includes a portfolio and a self-introduction video. Applicants must submit a total of three works as part of the portfolio (in approved formats) and include a self-introduction video explaining their background and why they want to enter the programme. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Journalism & Media | Direct match |
Language requirements
Sunway University requires international applicants to demonstrate English proficiency for entry into this programme. You can meet the requirement using one of the listed English language qualifications, or an approved pathway where the medium of instruction is English.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 38500 / per year | Estimated Annual Course Fee (Year 2026) for international students is shown as RM38,500 for the year; the page also states international students must pay in RM equivalent and provides an indicative USD figure subject to exchange rate. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should be prepared to pay tuition in Malaysian Ringgit equivalent and may need to show financial capability as part of the student pass and enrolment process. Check with Sunway University admissions and the International Office if you are funding your studies through savings, family sponsorship, or study financing.
- Evidence that you can pay tuition in RM equivalent as required by Sunway University for international students
- Proof of funding source (for example, sponsor or study finance documents) as requested during the application and international student processes
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Check entry requirements and prepare your audition materials
Review the published academic entry requirements and English language requirements for international applicants. For this programme, confirm that you can complete the audition requirements before you submit your application. Prepare your audition portfolio (three works in the allowed formats) and your self-introduction video so you can include them as part of the application process. If you are unsure about eligibility with your foreign qualifications, speak with Sunway’s counsellors before submitting.
Complete the online application form
Use Sunway University’s application process for international applicants through the official application route listed by the university. Provide accurate personal and academic information and ensure you complete all sections required for your international student application. Upload or prepare the required documents in the format and sequence requested by the application form. Make sure your application is complete to avoid delays in processing.
Submit supporting documents and required fees for processing
Include the required documents such as your passport copy and official academic results, and submit the Health Declaration Form as requested. Follow the university’s instructions on payment connected to the enrolment fee during the application process. Sunway also indicates that an application cannot be processed without the required items. After submission, monitor communications from Sunway University regarding next steps for your offer and student pass processing.
Complete international student steps after eligibility/assessment
If your application is processed for international admissions, follow any additional instructions provided by Sunway University’s International Office for international student requirements. Use the documentation you have already prepared to meet any follow-up requests. Ensure that your documents and information remain consistent across your application, offer acceptance, and student pass steps. For programme-specific audition enquiries, use the contact route indicated on the programme page.