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Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
Bachelor German Arts & Design

Elementary Music

Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)

Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln Cologne · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

The Elementary Music Pedagogy (EMP) course offers students the opportunity to express themselves artistically in a variety of ways on different instruments, with voice and in movement, while exploring the aims, content and methods of making music with different age groups. Students receive 90 minutes of main subject tuition per week, training as musicians at the highest level. The program aims to achieve a balance between performing (technical, reproducing) and creative (designing) activities. The degree qualifies graduates for an interesting, varied profession with increasing demand at music schools and extracurricular institutions where music education is offered to children, young people and adults. Students can set their own focus according to individual interests by choosing profiles, with opportunities to specialize in instrumental or vocal pedagogy or develop their own profile from the university's overall range of courses.
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The Elementary Music Pedagogy (EMP) course offers students the opportunity to express themselves artistically in a variety of ways on different instruments, with voice and in movement, while exploring the aims, content and methods of making music with different age groups. Students receive 90 minutes of main subject tuition per week, training as musicians at the highest level. The program aims to achieve a balance between performing (technical, reproducing) and creative (designing) activities. The degree qualifies graduates for an interesting, varied profession with increasing demand at music schools and extracurricular institutions where music education is offered to children, young people and adults. Students can set their own focus according to individual interests by choosing profiles, with opportunities to specialize in instrumental or vocal pedagogy or develop their own profile from the university's overall range of courses.

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How do I apply to Elementary Music at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Elementary Music at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln

Is Elementary Music at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln 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 Elementary Music 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 Elementary Music at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln? ▼

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 Elementary Music? ▼

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 und Tanz Köln — 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.

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