Second Major > Application Materials Checklist and Submission Instructions

SECOND MAJOR > APPLICATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST & SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Application Materials Checklist

Mandatory Documents

The following supporting documents are mandatory for ALL applicants (except current YST students) and must be submitted by the deadline. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

A most recent passport-sized colour photograph
A copy of first semester examination results in NUS
A copy of high school results (e.g. GCE ‘A’ Level, Diploma, IB results)
One recommendation*
An email confirmation from your home faculty that you are allowed to pursue a second major alongside your degree programme.

*Note:

Your recommendation should be from a referee who is in the most suitable position to comment on your music ability and aptitude, such as your teacher who has been preparing you for your audition and interview. A recommendation by a family member or friend will not be accepted.
Your referee will receive an invitation link (via email) to submit his/her recommendation online after you have submitted your application online.

Additional Materials

For Second Major in AAS applicants: Pre-Screening Videos and/or Recording Portfolio

The pre-screening videos should be about 10 minutes of repertoire consisting of at least 2 contrasting pieces, movements from compositions, or songs of applicant’s own choice using any musical instruments. Any style, genre, or period is permissible.
(Optional) Applicants with past experiences in recording work should also submit a portfolio of their pre-recorded projects.

For Second Major in MS / MCP applicants: Pre-Screening Videos and Portfolio

The pre-screening videos should follow the full audition requirements of your choice instrument, voice, or composition (scores and recordings only). Those auditioning with violin, voice or piano must perform the repertoire from memory.
The portfolio should consist of a Curriculum Vitae (CV), with supporting documentation of your musical scholarship, musical leadership, significant projects and/or achievements in the musical arts.

Submission Instructions

Upload all materials onto an accessible online shared drive (e.g. Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox). Each item must be uploaded as a separate file, labelled clearly, and grouped into sub-folders.
Group all the sub-folders into one main folder and set it to be accessible by anyone with the link. Please label the folder as follows:
<Student ID>-<Full Name>-Application for <Programme>
Email the link to the shared folder to ystacad@nus.edu.sg by 31 December, 11.59pm.