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Conducting
Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)
About the Program
Conducting can be chosen at the HfM Würzburg as a bachelor's program with the profile choral conducting or orchestral conducting. An individual curriculum serves to meet the different professional fields of the graduates. In addition to the well-founded training in the artistic core subject of conducting, accents can be set from the beginning of the study program, e.g. symphonic repertoire, opera/operetta/musical repertoire, choral literature from early music to new, contemporary music. The university's various choirs, ensembles, and orchestras provide students with a variety of practical conducting experiences in rehearsals and concerts. In addition, an opera production is prepared under professional conditions in the university's own, modernly equipped theater each semester and is performed publicly several times, so that students of the subject have the opportunity to take over the conducting of an entire opera. The choir profile prepares graduates for work as choral conductors in opera and drama houses, theatres, concert series, music colleges, universities, radio stations, and churches. The orchestra profile prepares graduates for work as orchestral conductors in opera and drama houses, theatres, concert series, music colleges, universities, as well as symphony and radio orchestras. The profession includes both freelance work and employment opportunities. The work as orchestral conductor includes the artistic direction or assistance to the director and the coordination of lay and professional orchestras.
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Conducting can be chosen at the HfM Würzburg as a bachelor's program with the profile choral conducting or orchestral conducting. An individual curriculum serves to meet the different professional fields of the graduates. In addition to the well-founded training in the artistic core subject of conducting, accents can be set from the beginning of the study program, e.g. symphonic repertoire, opera/operetta/musical repertoire, choral literature from early music to new, contemporary music. The university's various choirs, ensembles, and orchestras provide students with a variety of practical conducting experiences in rehearsals and concerts. In addition, an opera production is prepared under professional conditions in the university's own, modernly equipped theater each semester and is performed publicly several times, so that students of the subject have the opportunity to take over the conducting of an entire opera. The choir profile prepares graduates for work as choral conductors in opera and drama houses, theatres, concert series, music colleges, universities, radio stations, and churches. The orchestra profile prepares graduates for work as orchestral conductors in opera and drama houses, theatres, concert series, music colleges, universities, as well as symphony and radio orchestras. The profession includes both freelance work and employment opportunities. The work as orchestral conductor includes the artistic direction or assistance to the director and the coordination of lay and professional orchestras.
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How do I apply to Conducting 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 Conducting at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg
Is Conducting 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 Conducting 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 Conducting 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 Conducting? ▼
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.