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Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
Master German Social Sciences

Musicology

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master of Arts degree program in Musicology deals with the research, analysis and reflection of music and sound in all their historical, aesthetic, cultural and media manifestations. At the Cologne University of Music and Dance, musicology is an interdisciplinary basic subject for all represented degree programs - and as such an integral part of the creative teaching and learning environment. As an independent course of study, it can be studied with various specializations and subsequently as a doctoral course. The elective area "Artistic Research" is unique in Germany and enables students with an artistic degree to enter the innovative field of "Artistic Research"; alternatively, the research module "Musicological Research" can be chosen. The program includes modules in Historical Musicology, Systematic Musicology, Popular music/ethnic musicology, Research, Cultural Studies/Media Theory, and Knowledge Communication. The program is structured into 9 modules over 4 semesters and concludes with a Master's thesis in the final semester.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Musicology at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln

Is Musicology 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 Musicology 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 Musicology 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 Musicology? ▼

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 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.

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