Master
German
Arts & Design
Mandolin
Master of Music (M.Mus.)
About the Program
The Master of Music in Mandolin at HfMT Cologne in Wuppertal is a comprehensive program focusing on artistic and pedagogical study of the mandolin. The program has been a center of excellence in the international mandolin world for three decades and features the only professorship in Europe for mandolin as a major artistic subject. Students receive interdisciplinary training that includes artistic skills, didactic and musicological expertise. The program offers opportunities to extend training with soprano lute/baroque mandolin studies, weekly auditions, chamber music sessions, and concert appearances. Students can also dedicate 1/3 of their main subject lessons to other styles such as jazz, pop, Brazilian choro, and bluegrass. A highlight of the training is participation in the Cappella dei Leutini ensemble, which performs Renaissance and Baroque music on historical instruments. The program also includes practical didactic training, cooperation with music schools, and musicological studies to broaden access to the instrument.
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The Master of Music in Mandolin at HfMT Cologne in Wuppertal is a comprehensive program focusing on artistic and pedagogical study of the mandolin. The program has been a center of excellence in the international mandolin world for three decades and features the only professorship in Europe for mandolin as a major artistic subject. Students receive interdisciplinary training that includes artistic skills, didactic and musicological expertise. The program offers opportunities to extend training with soprano lute/baroque mandolin studies, weekly auditions, chamber music sessions, and concert appearances. Students can also dedicate 1/3 of their main subject lessons to other styles such as jazz, pop, Brazilian choro, and bluegrass. A highlight of the training is participation in the Cappella dei Leutini ensemble, which performs Renaissance and Baroque music on historical instruments. The program also includes practical didactic training, cooperation with music schools, and musicological studies to broaden access to the instrument.
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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
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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How do I apply to Mandolin 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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Mandolin at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
Is Mandolin at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln 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 Mandolin 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 Mandolin 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 Mandolin? ▼
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.