Master of Music (Coursework)
Music 
Dean's Office 
ystacad@nus.edu.sg
Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music National University of Singapore 3 Conservatory Drive Singapore 117376
Music
- The Master of Music (MMus) is a two-year full-time programme designed for those who have just completed a qualifying Bachelor of Music or appropriate university-level studies (in Singapore or overseas) and wish to advance their professional studies in music at YST.
- YST’s MMus programme seeks to promote higher-level music study in the individual’s Major area, develop instrument-specific as well as group pedagogy capacities that are relevant in Singaporean and international music education communities, and facilitate professional learning that is needed for success in the music industry.
- Students emerge with strong competence in their Major area and deeper knowledge of music interpretation, experience in high-level ensemble involvement (often in leadership roles), theoretical and applied understanding in pedagogy and workshop leadership, and greater communication and professional abilities across a variety of contexts.
Faculty
MusicDean's Officeystacad@nus.edu.sgYong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music National University of Singapore 3 Conservatory Drive Singapore 117376- Inspirational life-affirming music-making is at the heart of the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music (YST Conservatory) at the National University of Singapore. Centred in one of the world’s most dynamic countries, the Conservatory is uniquely placed to offer a distinct and powerful contemporary Asian voice.
- Founded in 2003, YST quickly established a reputation as Asia’s most exciting international conservatory by bringing together a world-class faculty and facility to develop excellence in instrumental performance and composition. Building on this strong foundation, the Conservatory has evolved over the past decade to become one of the world’s most distinctive music schools through diversifying its offerings and connecting more authentically with its surrounding community. Specialisations added subsequently include Voice, Audio Arts & Sciences, Conducting, Music & Society and Music, Collaboration & Production. Alongside students from Singapore, the Conservatory community is internationally diverse, with representation from over 20 countries and five continents.
- Beyond Singapore, YST holds many bilateral relationships with music schools around the world. It is active in numerous international music education alliances including the ConNext Network, Pacific Alliance of Music Schools and Southeast Asian Directors of Music, as well as holding associate membership in the European Association of Conservatoires (AEC). Alongside extensive student exchange partnerships, these relationships further enhance our work and energise our continued growth.
- As part of one of the world’s most highly-ranked research-intensive universities, YST is also steadily building its presence in research. Faculty are engaged internationally as performers and composers as well as in a range of research and research-equivalent activity. The Conservatory has hosted several international symposia including Performers(‘) Present (four iterations since 2009) and Mathemusical Conversations (2015), providing a gathering place as well as presentation and publishing platform for Conservatory and international scholars alike.
Tuition Fees
| Tuition Fees Per Annum | |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizens 1 | SGD 19,000.00 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents 2 | SGD 50,850.00 |
| International Students | SGD 72,750.00 |
Fees will remain the same for the entire candidature period. GST of 9% is included in the fees above.
1: Singapore Citizens who are not eligible for MOE subsidy will pay the full tuition fee rate of SGD 70,050.00.
2: Singapore Permanent Residents who are not eligible for MOE subsidy will pay the full tuition fee rate of SGD 72,750.00.
Scholarships
No scholarships provided for the programme
Commitment and Candidature
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1.5 Year | 2 Years |
Target Audience
Candidates who have just completed a qualifying Bachelor of Music or appropriate university-level studies (in Singapore or overseas) and wish to advance their professional studies in music.
General Admission Criteria
| Criteria | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| GPA | Prospective candidates must have completed (or be completing) a Bachelor’s degree programme of any discipline and subject combination. Music qualifications (music diplomas or degrees) obtained through full-time studies at a music conservatory, arts school, middle schools attached to a conservatory or colleges with a developed arts programme (e.g. Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, LASALLE College of the Arts) are not prerequisites but may be an advantage for admission. |
TOEFL, IELTS and SAT are not required for admission to YST, although English language ability will be assessed as part of the audition. Your English proficiency will be assessed in a holistic manner throughout the entire audition. This will include conversations with your professor during the lesson, an interview, and a writing and reading component.
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Application Periods and Intakes
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | 1 September to 1 December 2024 | April 2025 |
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