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Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)
About the Program
The Bachelor's degree programme in Composition prepares graduates both for a working life in complex artistic fields of work as well as for further specialization in corresponding master's degree courses. Students who choose this program pursue the goal of developing, profiling and unfolding an independent artistic personality. The central objective is the development of an independent and discerning artistic personality, which includes the acquisition of a profound composition technique, the development of an individual sound language, the analysis of the music of the 20th and 21st centuries, and the examination of contemporary compositional aesthetics and discourses of contemporary music. During the course of study, students also acquire fundamental and in-depth knowledge of a wide variety of instrumental and vocal techniques. Graduates benefit from the international wide-ranging network of the HfM Würzburg and establish numerous contacts with other composers during their studies. At the end of the degree programme, graduates can create extensive works on their own, notate them in accordance with due practice, organize concerts, and establish the networks necessary to get their works performed. Professional composers are almost entirely freelancers who should be successful on the free market, including performances and composition commissions in all areas: from solo and chamber music, ensemble, orchestra, musical theatre and vocal music to electronics and performative formats.
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The Bachelor's degree programme in Composition prepares graduates both for a working life in complex artistic fields of work as well as for further specialization in corresponding master's degree courses. Students who choose this program pursue the goal of developing, profiling and unfolding an independent artistic personality. The central objective is the development of an independent and discerning artistic personality, which includes the acquisition of a profound composition technique, the development of an individual sound language, the analysis of the music of the 20th and 21st centuries, and the examination of contemporary compositional aesthetics and discourses of contemporary music. During the course of study, students also acquire fundamental and in-depth knowledge of a wide variety of instrumental and vocal techniques. Graduates benefit from the international wide-ranging network of the HfM Würzburg and establish numerous contacts with other composers during their studies. At the end of the degree programme, graduates can create extensive works on their own, notate them in accordance with due practice, organize concerts, and establish the networks necessary to get their works performed. Professional composers are almost entirely freelancers who should be successful on the free market, including performances and composition commissions in all areas: from solo and chamber music, ensemble, orchestra, musical theatre and vocal music to electronics and performative formats.
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How do I apply to Composition at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Composition at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg
Is Composition at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Composition programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Composition at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Composition? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Hochschule für Musik Würzburg — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.