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Master German + English Arts & Design

Music, Sound, Performance

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

Music as performance, whether musical theater, instrumental music, or sound installations, is the focus of the MA Music, Sound, Performance program. The program is deeply committed to interdisciplinary research, combining various perspectives on musical performance from the fields of history, theory, and practice. The teaching faculty is well versed in the current debates of disciplines such as Musicology and Theater Studies, as well as Media, Performance, Gender, and Postcolonial Studies. The program was created in response to a growing demand in the job market towards the professionalization of tasks such as curating music and sound. Berlin's vibrant music scene provides a rich field of inspiration.
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Music as performance, whether musical theater, instrumental music, or sound installations, is the focus of the MA Music, Sound, Performance program. The program is deeply committed to interdisciplinary research, combining various perspectives on musical performance from the fields of history, theory, and practice. The teaching faculty is well versed in the current debates of disciplines such as Musicology and Theater Studies, as well as Media, Performance, Gender, and Postcolonial Studies. The program was created in response to a growing demand in the job market towards the professionalization of tasks such as curating music and sound. Berlin's vibrant music scene provides a rich field of inspiration.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Music, Sound, Performance at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien

Is Music, Sound, Performance at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Music, Sound, Performance 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, Sound, Performance at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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, Sound, Performance?

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 Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien — 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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