The Bachelor of Dance program at Universiti Malaya UM aims to produce graduates who are proficient and skilled in both the professional practice and academic study of dance Students engage with a variety of dance techniques including both Western and non-Western forms as well as choreography dance notation and dance education The program places particular emphasis on Malaysian dance providing a well-rounded multicultural and cross-cultural dance education at the tertiary level

The faculty consists of pioneers and experts in ethnochoreology modern and traditional choreography and dance education This diverse expertise enriches the learning experience and prepares students for various career opportunities in fields such as:

• Professional dance performance
• Choreography
• Dance education and teaching
• Dance therapy
• Arts administration and management
• Research in dance studies

Graduates are well-equipped to contribute to the dance industry and promote cultural appreciation through their work.

Entry Requirements

STPM  

 - National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade 80% and above.  

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

• Choreographer
• Journalist
• Cultural Officer
• Educationist
• Producer
• Arts Manager
• Lecturer
• Dancer
• Networking
• KakiSeni
• RimbunDahan
• MyDance
• Dance Researcher
• Director Dance Critic
• Asia Dance Channel
• Cultural Ambassador
• Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia (Kementerian Pelancongan dan Kebudayaan Malaysia)
• National Department for Arts and Culture (Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara)
• Johor Heritage Foundation (Yayasan Warisan Johor)
• Lembaga Kebudayaan Negeri Sabah Sarawak Cultural Village (Kampung Budaya Sarawak)
• Dayak Cultural Foundation (DCF)
• Akademi Seni Budaya dan Warisan Kebangsaan (ASWARA)
• Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM)
• Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Center (KLPAC)
• Nusantara Performing Arts Research Center (NusPARC)