Doctor Of Philosophy In Music Performance (Part Time)

University

UCSI University

Campus

UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Study level

PhD

Field

Design & Creative Media

Discipline

Performing Arts

Duration

7 years

Study mode

Part-time

Qualification

Doctor Of Philosophy In Music Performance

Intakes

January, May, September

Tuition

Estimated total tuition: MYR 116,635 (estimate)

Entry requirements

Academic: : Master’s Degree accepted by the HEPs Senate;Academic: : One thesis proposalAcademic: : Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree in a related field recognised by the Government of MalaysiaAcademic: : Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree, as accepted by the HEPs Senate;Academic: : Recital 1 & 2 - proposed list of repertoires programme to be performed.Academic: : Reference ListAcademic: : Research Aims/GoalsAcademic: : Research MethodsAcademic: : Research QuestionsAcademic: : Significance of StudyAcademic: : The following components are required: Background of StudyAcademic: : Two creative work proposals

Details last updated 24 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Music Performance) programme places emphasis on both research and performance at its core either as soloist in solo performance or as the primary performer or soloist in collaborative setting. This programme develops doctoral-level creativity through performance and skills of critical enquiry in research. The Institute of Music at UCSI is well-known for its Top 32 ranking in the world for performing arts in the QS World University Ranking 2025. Learn from some of the world’s best performers and join the fraternity of over 1,000 music graduates the institute has created to date.

Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.

• January

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• May

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• September

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Lecture-Recital - with information on the scope of the literature or performance to be studied and presented. Literature review and supporting reference to be included. The proposal has to be between 250-500 words.

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Master’s Degree accepted by the HEPs Senate;

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : One thesis proposal

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree in a related field recognised by the Government of Malaysia

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree, as accepted by the HEPs Senate;

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Recital 1 & 2 - proposed list of repertoires programme to be performed.

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Reference List

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Research Aims/Goals

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Research Methods

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Research Questions

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Significance of Study

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : The following components are required: Background of Study

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : Two creative work proposals

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  : with information on the scope of research, literature review, and supporting references. The proposal has to be between 500-1,000 words. The focus of the research covers all areas of performances, literatures, and composers. Focus on repertoires performed in Recital 1 and 2 is encouraged.

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026