Bachelor of Performing Arts (Honours)

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM104,124

Course Highlights

  • Opportunity to specialise in Performance, Dance or Music co-designed by industry leaders
  • Option to transfer overseas to established universities in the UK and Australia
  • Collaborative Teaching with industry experts and adjuncts
  • Experience flexible learning spaces and industrial-standard facilities at Taylor's Lakeside Campus and The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac)

Course Structure

Primary Core

  • Introduction to Performing Arts
  • History of Theatre
  • Introduction to Acting

Primary Core

  • Acting 1
  • Fundamentals of Choir Performance
  • Fundamentals Mechanics of Filmmaking
  • Introduction to Creative Writing
  • Introduction to Dance and Creative Processes
  • Directing 1 & 2

Primary Core

  • Production Practicum
  • Production and Stage Management
  • Research Methodology
  • Internship

Specialisations

  • Performance Specialisation: 
    • Devising Performance Text
    • Voice and Speech 1 & 2
    • Movement 1 & 2
    • Acting 2 & 3
  • Music Specialisation: 
    • Language and diction
    • Movement and stagecraft
    • Musicianship and ear training
    • Principle vocal studies
    • Repertory and song
    • Scene studies
    • Vocal styles and musical theatre
  • Dance Specialisation: 
    • Ballet Technique I & II
    • Contemporary Dance I & II
    • Hip Hop and Jazz Dance
    • Silat
    • Malaysian Traditional Dance

University Core:MPU

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action
  • Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

Note: Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.

Flexible Education

  • Free Electives: You will need to select any one (1) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University. 

Note: The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite

Entry Requirements

  • Specialisation Audition: Pass
  • Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Min. CC 
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Pass with min. 5Bs
  • A Level: Min. DD
  • AUSMAT (SACEi): 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%
  • MOHE Matriculation: Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
  • Taylor’s Foundation and Diploma programmes: Pass any Taylor's Foundation / Diploma programme with CGPA 2.00
  • Other Equivalent Qualification:
    • Pass Foundation/Diploma/Matriculation from any other institution recognised by MOHE.
    • Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.
    • Application via APEL A is allowed.

Prerequisites

  • SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation: Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits for entry with Pre-University / Foundation qualification (Except for UEC).
  • SPM / O-Level with Diploma: Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.

Notes:

  • Candidates need to pass BM and History at SPM level.
  •  All Malaysian students are required to attain a Pass in Bahasa Melayu and English in SPM / O-Level / UEC / IGCSE or equivalent.
  • Students must pass auditions for the performance, dance, and music tracks.

Audition Requirements

  • For Performance:
    • Ice Breaking (45 minutes)
    • Monologue (2 - 6 minutes)
      • Auditionees to perform: 
        • 1 Classical monologue (1 minute to 3 minutes) 
        • 1 Contemporary monologue (1 minute to 3 minutes)
        • Monologues are to be memorised.
    • Coaching & Improvisation (20 minutes)
    • Interview (15 minutes)
      • Based on the programme evaluation of the first four parts of the audition, you may be asked to stay for an interview.
    • Clothing Requirement
      • Loose and comfortable clothing.
      • No jeans, and restricting clothing.
      • Avoid heavy jewellery and makeup. 
  • For Music:
    • Solo Performance
      • 2 Contrasting Songs: 
        • 1 opera aria and 1 musical theatre OR 1 musical theatre and 1 pop song.
        • The choice of songs that showcase different emotional content.
        • Please prepare your live accompaniment (bring your accompanist) OR bring a pre-recorded accompaniment (file in a USB).
        • If you cannot find an accompanist or the pre-recorded accompaniment, please perform your two songs unaccompanied.
        • You will need to prepare:One hard copy of the music scores for the Audition Panel. For Musical In theatre and Pop Songs, printed lyrics are allowed.
    • Voice Range Test: Vocal Exercises 
    • Interview 
  • For Dance:
    • Ballet Technique Class (45 minutes)
    • Modern Technique Class (20 minutes)
      • This section of the audition is to be performed barefoot.
    • Coaching & Improvisation (20 minutes)
    • Solo Performance (2 minutes): Prepared to say the:
      • Name of the solo (if it has a name)
      • Choreographer
      • Composer of your music (or name of artist)
      • Please bring recorded music as an accompaniment for your solo on a phone or tablet with an auxiliary output. The music should be downloaded to your device; streaming via WiFi may not be available in the studio.
    • Interview (15 minutes)
    • Clothing Requirement
      • Unitard, or tights and tight-fitting top, or leotard that enables the programme to observe your technique.
      • No skirts, loose-fitting tee shirts, leg warmers, or costumes are permitted.
      • Be prepared with ballet slippers, dance socks, and the ability to dance in bare feet.
      • Pointe shoes may be worn but are not necessary for this audition.

Local Students

  • IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, UEC English: Pass English
  • Taylor's EET: Overall Score 5.0
  • Taylor's IEN: Level 2 - Grade C
  • Pre-U/Diploma: Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English

International Students

  • IELTS: 5.0
  • Pre-U/Diploma: Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English AND
  • Technical Theatre track: Pass Interview;OR
  • Performance track: Pass Audition 

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM650

Tuition fees

RM104,124

Total payable amount

RM104,774

Other savings

Up to RM8,000

  • Bursary

Scholarships

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Excellence Award

Amount

Up to RM15,000 per year depending on programme

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Talent Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Sports Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Community Scholarship

Amount

Full scholarship

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University UEC Prestige Award

Amount

Up to RM14,000 tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Merit Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's UEC Special Award

Amount

Up to RM15,000 per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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