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Folkwang Universität der Künste
Bachelor German Arts & Design

German French Musicology Study CourseGerman and French Musicology

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

This is a bilingual musicology degree program in cooperation with the Université de Tours, the only one of its kind in Germany. Its uniqueness lies in the bilingual education of French and German students throughout and the subject-specific teaching of intercultural skills that prepare graduates for the European job market. The three-year course begins with the first year of study in Tours and continues in the second year in Essen. The third year can be taken either in Tours or in Essen, depending on the focus of study and the intended career orientation. Graduates receive both the German Bachelor of Arts and the French Licence des Arts et Sciences humaines. This qualifies them for administrative work in cultural institutions in the theater and music sector as well as for a Master's degree in applied or research-oriented musicology. In France, it is also possible to follow the Master's phase of the "CAPES", the French state examination for secondary school teachers. The course is supported by the international umbrella organization Deutsch-Französische Hochschule (DFH/UFA), including a mobility allowance during semesters abroad.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Musicology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about German French Musicology Study Course at Folkwang Universität der Künste

Is German French Musicology Study Course 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 German French Musicology Study Course 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 German French Musicology Study Course 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 German French Musicology Study Course? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). 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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