Study Performing Arts in Malaysia
12 programmes in performing arts at 3 universities in Malaysia are open to international students; 100% are taught in English.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Performing Arts programmes
12 programmes
| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Drama | Universiti Malaya | Bachelor's | 12,617 USD |
| Master in Dance | Universiti Malaya | Master's | 15,654 USD |
| Master in Performing Arts (Music) | Universiti Malaya | Master's | 15,654 USD |
| Bachelor in Performing Arts | Universiti Malaya | Bachelor's | 12,617 USD |
| Master in Performing Arts (Drama) | Universiti Malaya | Master's | 15,654 USD |
| Bachelor in Performing Arts | Taylor's University | Bachelor's | 11,108 USD |
| Bachelor in Creative Technology (Hons.) Theatre | Universiti Teknologi MARA | Bachelor's | — |
| PhD in Philosophy (Music) | Universiti Teknologi MARA | PhD | — |
| Master in Music | Universiti Teknologi MARA | Master's | — |
| Bachelor in Music Performance | Universiti Teknologi MARA | Bachelor's | — |
| Bachelor in Music Composition | Universiti Teknologi MARA | Bachelor's | — |
| Bachelor in Music Business | Universiti Teknologi MARA | Bachelor's | — |
Performing Arts in Malaysia by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 7 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 4 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 1 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Universities for performing arts in Malaysia
Study Performing Arts in Malaysia: common questions
- How many performing arts programmes are there in Malaysia?
- 12 performing arts programmes at 3 universities in Malaysia are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- Can I study performing arts in Malaysia in English?
- Yes — 100% of the performing arts programmes in Malaysia in our catalogue are taught in English (12 of 12).
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