Diploma in Music is offered by the Faculty of Music which is situated at Section 17, Shah Alam, Selangor. The program has started since 1999 and is offered for 5 semesters. It emphasizes both practical and theoretical knowledge in music such as music theory, aural training, history, vocal instrument studies. Student will be exposed to performance opportunities not only as a soloist but also in a large group setting such as an orchestra, choir, big band and guitar ensembles. Upon completion of the program, graduates may find employment in the music industry as a :
• Professional Musician
• Composer
• Arranger
• Song Writer
• Music Teacher
• Music Programmer
• Music Producer
• Music Administrator
• Musicologist
• Music Researcher
• Ethnomusicology
• Music Entrepreneur
Diploma in Music is a two and a half-year preparatory music program. It emphasizes both practical and theoretical knowledge in music such as music theory , aural training, history, vocal instrument studies. Student will be exposed to performance opportunities not only as a soloist and also in a large group setting such as an orchestra, choir, big band and guitar ensembles.
Pass SPM with at least five (5) credits, including Bahasa Melayu and a pass in Mathematics and English.
OR
Pass SPM or its equivalent with credits in three (3) subjects including Bahasa Melayu and a pass in English PLUS three (3) years of related working experience.
Applicants must pass the audition and interview that is conducted by the Faculty of Music, UiTM
Upon completion of the program , graduates may find employment in the music industry as a :
Upon completion of the Diploma in Music Program, graduates can either pursue the Bachelor’s Degree in a chosen music field such as Performance, Composition and Music Education.
Source : Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)