Bachelor in Liberal Arts (Honours)

Course Overview

The liberal arts and sciences have been the foundation of college education for centuries, and are more important and useful today than ever before.

Rather than a narrow program with a single focus, a liberal arts and sciences education includes lots of possible subjects and areas of study. Students can explore and study the arts, humanities, social sciences, languages, management, computers, and music. They will be exposed to the ideas and cultures of people from across the world, from ancient times to today. They can also combine their interests and talents into an education unique to them.

The liberal arts programme at MSU teaches what today's employers say they value most: communication of ideas, as well as the ability to find and analyze information and data, adapt to new technology and professional trends, work with others to solve problems, and make confident, knowledgeable decisions. The education does more than teach the student, as the skills they gain for a successful career will in turn provide them with the experiences and understanding they need for a fulfilling life.

Curriculum

Visual Art

• Introduction to Photography
• Wood and Metal
• Creative Thinking in Art and Design 
• Visual Communication

Music and performance

• Music Theory I
• Fundamentals of Sound
• World in Context
• Music Appreciation I

Public and international relations

• Social Media in Public Relations
• Public Relation Campaign
• Journalism
• Ethics in International Politics

Digital content creation

• Basic Graphic Design
• Conceptual Storytelling
• Scriptwriting
• Storyboarding

Language and literature

• Modern and Contemporary Arts
• Analyzing Prose: Short Stories and Novels 
• Popular Culture
• Language and Culture

Entry Requirements

• Passed STPM or equivalent with at least a C (NGMP 2.0) in two (2) subjects; OR
• Passed STAM with Jayyid; OR
• Passed UEC with at least a B in five (5) subjects; OR
• Passed Matriculation/Foundation with 2.00 CGPA; OR
• Diploma with at least 2.00 CGPA; OR
• Other qualifications recognized as equivalent.

Career Prospects

1. Visual art instruction and consultancy
2. Music instruction, performance, and creation
3. Public and international relations
4. Graphics and multimedia
5. Literary and communications