Foundation · Performing Arts
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Details last verified 24 Sep 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.
Details last updated 24 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.
The Foundation in Music programme prepares students for a bachelor’s degree in music by building strong musical knowledge and thinking skills. Students will explore music in depth through courses such as Appreciation of Music, Music Listening, Introduction to Malaysian Music and Introduction to the Music Industry. Through these courses, students will learn to ask thoughtful questions, reflect on music-related issues and connect ideas to real-world solutions. To further enhance practical abilities, students will take part in performance and ensemble learning in choir or orchestra, as well as musicianship courses, while also training on their instrument through major and minor instrument studies. The programme also develops teamwork, responsibility and communication, while strengthening digital and media skills through a range of elective courses. It nurtures leadership, autonomy and respo
Estimated total tuition
Approximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025.
MYR 55,365Estimate
Applies to: International students
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated total tuitionApproximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025. Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026 | MYR 55,365Estimate | International students |
Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
O-Level: At least C grade in 5 subjects
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
SPM: Pass with a minimum of 5 credits
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
UEC: At least B grade in 3 subjects
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: CEFR B1 (High B1)
CEFR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS 106
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS · minimum score 106
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: IELTS Band 4.0
IELTS · minimum score 4
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: MUET Band 3
MUET · minimum score 3
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: PTE Academic / Academic (online) 36
PTE Academic / Academic (online) · minimum score 36
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE) 5.0
TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE) · minimum score 5
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: TOEFL IBT 30-31
TOEFL IBT
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill 140
Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill · minimum score 140
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: CEFR B1 (with at least 2 skill at B1)
CEFR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS 106
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS · minimum score 106
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: IELTS Academic 4.0
IELTS Academic · minimum score 4
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: MUET Band 3
MUET · minimum score 3
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: Pearson Test 36
Pearson Test · minimum score 36
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: SPM English Grade B+
SPM English
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE Grade C
SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: TOEFL IBT 30-31
TOEFL IBT
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: UEC English Language Grade A2
UEC English Language
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
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Updated 19 Oct 2026
Intakes stored for this course: January, May and September. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.
1 year, full-time, as stored for this course.
Estimated total tuition: MYR 55,365 (estimate). Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.
Stored for this course: CEFR; Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS, minimum score 106; IELTS, minimum score 4; MUET, minimum score 3; PTE Academic / Academic (online), minimum score 36; TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE), minimum score 5; TOEFL IBT; Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill, minimum score 140; CEFR; Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS, minimum score 106; IELTS Academic, minimum score 4; MUET, minimum score 3; Pearson Test, minimum score 36; SPM English; SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE; TOEFL IBT; UEC English Language. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.
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