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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Master German Arts & Design

Music - Church Music

Master of Music (M.Mus.)

Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz Mainz · Rhineland-Palatinate

About the Program

The program aims to train church musicians with a Master's degree in Church Music who are suitable for applying for positions with outstanding profiles in the Catholic or Protestant church. Graduates of the program are expected to have a significantly more developed artistic personality in all four main fields of activity compared to Bachelor graduates: competencies in choir and orchestra conducting must meet increased requirements, as well as competencies in organ literature playing and liturgical organ playing/improvisation. In addition to these tasks directly related to liturgical processes, graduates of the Master's program are prepared for supra-congregational tasks in the context of church music further education and training, as well as in the artistic and organizational field. The study program comprises seven compulsory modules and one elective module covering areas such as organ literature playing, liturgical organ playing/improvisation, and ensemble conducting.
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The program aims to train church musicians with a Master's degree in Church Music who are suitable for applying for positions with outstanding profiles in the Catholic or Protestant church. Graduates of the program are expected to have a significantly more developed artistic personality in all four main fields of activity compared to Bachelor graduates: competencies in choir and orchestra conducting must meet increased requirements, as well as competencies in organ literature playing and liturgical organ playing/improvisation. In addition to these tasks directly related to liturgical processes, graduates of the Master's program are prepared for supra-congregational tasks in the context of church music further education and training, as well as in the artistic and organizational field. The study program comprises seven compulsory modules and one elective module covering areas such as organ literature playing, liturgical organ playing/improvisation, and ensemble conducting.

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How do I apply to Music - Church Music at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz?

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 Music - Church Music at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is Music - Church Music at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 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 Music - Church Music 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 Music - Church Music at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz? ▼

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 Music - Church Music? ▼

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 Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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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