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Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main

About the Program

The Bachelor's program in Composition aims to develop students into independent artistic personalities and guide them towards potential professional fields. The study is conducted in one of two focus areas: Instrumental Music or Electronic Music and Technology. In both study focuses, the starting point is the basic teaching of compositional craft and an introduction to artistic questions. The program provides an overview of contemporary and historical composition techniques and procedures, with great emphasis placed on reflecting associated aesthetic attitudes and relating them to the current situation of contemporary music. The successful completion of the program qualifies for the professional field of composer and arranger in the area of free and applied arts.
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The Bachelor's program in Composition aims to develop students into independent artistic personalities and guide them towards potential professional fields. The study is conducted in one of two focus areas: Instrumental Music or Electronic Music and Technology. In both study focuses, the starting point is the basic teaching of compositional craft and an introduction to artistic questions. The program provides an overview of contemporary and historical composition techniques and procedures, with great emphasis placed on reflecting associated aesthetic attitudes and relating them to the current situation of contemporary music. The successful completion of the program qualifies for the professional field of composer and arranger in the area of free and applied arts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Komposition at Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main 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 Komposition 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 Komposition 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 Komposition?

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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