Master in Performing Arts (Music)

The application deadline for Master in Performing Arts (Music) is Jan 31, 2027. Tuition fees are 13,400 EUR per year.

The Master in Performing Arts (Music) is a one-year program for music enthusiasts, offered by the University of Malta. This degree helps students develop advanced music skills and knowledge. It's ideal for those who want to excel in the music industry.

The curriculum includes subjects like music theory, composition, and pedagogy, as well as electives such as music technology and ethnomusicology. Students develop research skills through hands-on learning and a dissertation, which prepares them for the evolving music landscape.

Graduates can pursue roles like Music Director, Music Educator, or Music Producer. They can also work in music therapy, arts administration, or musicology. Skills acquired in this program can be applied to careers in education, performance, and production.

Universiti Malaya (UM), established in 1949 and located in Kuala Lumpur, is Malaysia’s oldest and most respected university. With a student community of over 17,000 including more than 1,600 international learners, UM blends long-standing academic traditions with contemporary research and innovation. Programmes span arts, sciences, engineering, business, medicine and law, taught by a diverse faculty that brings scholarly depth and practical industry experience to the classroom.

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