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Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main

About the Program

The Master's program in Church Music is a professional qualification in addition to the Bachelor's program. Graduates fulfill the church employment requirements for service as cantors and organists in so-called A-positions or comparable positions. The Master's degree enables church musicians to perform outstanding artistic and theoretical-scientific achievements in church music fields. They are also able to take on professional supervision and, if necessary, service supervision for church music in a church region with offers for training and further education of full-time and part-time church musicians, advise church committees on technical issues, and represent church music in public.
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The Master's program in Church Music is a professional qualification in addition to the Bachelor's program. Graduates fulfill the church employment requirements for service as cantors and organists in so-called A-positions or comparable positions. The Master's degree enables church musicians to perform outstanding artistic and theoretical-scientific achievements in church music fields. They are also able to take on professional supervision and, if necessary, service supervision for church music in a church region with offers for training and further education of full-time and part-time church musicians, advise church committees on technical issues, and represent church music in public.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Kirchenmusik Master at Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main

Is Kirchenmusik Master at Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main taught in German or English?

This Master 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 Kirchenmusik Master 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 Kirchenmusik Master at Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main?

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 Kirchenmusik Master?

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 Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main — 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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