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Bachelor of Performing Arts (Hons)
Course overview
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | February, April, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 30,126 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 36,188 |
About
Taylor's University is thrilled to announce a cooperation with The Actors Studio to offer Malaysia's first Performing Arts Conservatory Degree. As a student, you can now participate in this creative enterprise by enrolling in our exciting School of Liberal Arts & Sciences' Bachelor of Performing Arts degree.
This relationship is driven by our dedication to educational excellence. Our goal is to equip you with a comprehensive education that blends creative instruction, theoretical understanding, and practical experience. This programme will allow you to foster your abilities and develop your skills in a variety of performing arts disciplines, including theatre, dance, music, and more.
As you begin your studies in the Bachelor of Performing Arts degree, you will benefit from a curriculum that incorporates artistic training, critical thinking, cultural knowledge, and social participation.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- B$ 30,126
- Local students
- B$ 36,188
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
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- Foreign students
Student Visa
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- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
PREREQUISITES
SPM / O-Level or equivalent
Pass with 5 credits (Except for UEC)
SPM / O-Level or equivalent with Diploma
Pass with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
CGPA 2.00 for 2 subjects with min. Grade C for each subject
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
Pass with min. 5Bs
A Levels
Min. EE
South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International
Min. ATAR 50
Canadian Pre-University (CPU)
Min. average of 50% in 6 subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Min. 24 points in 6 subjects
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
50%
Taylor’s Foundation and Diploma programmes
CGPA 2.00
Other Equivalent Qualification
Pass Foundation / Diploma / Matriculation from any other institution recognised by MOHE
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
IELTS
Band 5.0
TOEFL
34 (Internet Based Test)
MUET
Band 3
UEC English
B6
O-Level
Grade C
1119 (GCE-O)
Grade C
Taylor's EET
Overall Score 5.0
Taylor's IEN
Level 2 - Grade C
Pre-University / Diploma
Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English
Curriculum
PRIMARY MAJOR
This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.
Common Core
- Introduction to Performing Arts
- History of Theatre
- Introduction to Creative Writing
- Fundamentals of Choir Performance
- Fundamentals Mechanics of Filmmaking
- Introduction to Acting
- Introduction to Dance and Creative Processes
- Acting
- Directing 1
- Directing 2
- Production and Stage Management
- Research Method
- Internship
- Internship
- Production Practicum
Specialisation
Option 1: Performance Track
- Devising Performance Text
- Voice and Speech 1
- Movement 1
- Voice and Speech 2
- Movement 2
- Acting 2
- Acting 3
Option 2: Technical Theatre Track
- Stage Lighting 1
- Stage Sound 1
- Stage Set Design
- Stage Lighting 2
- Stage Sound 2
- Scenography
- Theatre Management
UNIVERSITY CORE
This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.
- Community Service Initiative
- Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3
- Life Skills for Success & Well-Being/ Bahasa Kebangsaan A**
- Millenials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics & Relationship Management
- Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2*
*Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES
The Complementary Studies component provides student the flexibility to study modules in a related or unrelated field from the same or different school to complement the Primary Major. It may be completed in a form of free electives, an extension, minors or a second major that typically requires at least one (1) semester of student learning time.
Click here to see a full list of all available Complementary Studies Components.
Free Elective Module
Choose any ONE (1) Free Elective* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.
*Subject to availability.
*Meet min. module pre- & co-requisite.