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Folkwang Universität der Künste
Bachelor German Arts & Design

Jazz

Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)

Folkwang Universität der Künste Dortmund · North Rhine-Westphalia Location: Essen

About the Program

The main objective of the programme is to equip students for the professional life as a jazz musician with its many different demands, and to enable them to be competitive in related fields. Building on a solid mastery of their instrument, students will learn to develop approaches to a musical language of their own and to work securely in different styles. The various classes engage with the foundations of the jazz tradition as well as the currents in the present-day scene. Ever since the Jazz programme was established, the course has included the production of electronic sound with computers and the relevant software; this is continually updated to keep pace with changes in technology. Studio practice, image scoring and computer animation are also included in the curriculum. Through the course students gain accomplishment in both technical/artistic and technological/media areas. They document this process in their graduation project, a sound or sound/image production project for which they are independently responsible.
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The main objective of the programme is to equip students for the professional life as a jazz musician with its many different demands, and to enable them to be competitive in related fields. Building on a solid mastery of their instrument, students will learn to develop approaches to a musical language of their own and to work securely in different styles. The various classes engage with the foundations of the jazz tradition as well as the currents in the present-day scene. Ever since the Jazz programme was established, the course has included the production of electronic sound with computers and the relevant software; this is continually updated to keep pace with changes in technology. Studio practice, image scoring and computer animation are also included in the curriculum. Through the course students gain accomplishment in both technical/artistic and technological/media areas. They document this process in their graduation project, a sound or sound/image production project for which they are independently responsible.

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How do I apply to Jazz at Folkwang Universität der Künste?

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 Jazz at Folkwang Universität der Künste

Is Jazz at Folkwang Universität der Künste 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 Jazz 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 Jazz at Folkwang Universität der Künste? ▼

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 Jazz? ▼

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 Folkwang Universität der Künste — 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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