Bachelor
German + English
Arts & Design
Teacher Training in Music
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
About the Program
The Teacher Training in Music program is an artistic-academic study program that prepares students to become school music teachers. The program combines individual artistic focus with a wide range of musical and practical lessons, including piano, vocals, ensemble direction, and practical piano playing in schools. Students also study theoretical-reflective subjects such as music theory, musicology, and music didactics. The program offers various profiles with more than twenty instruments to choose from. School practical exercises begin in the second year of study, establishing practical contact with school reality that intensifies throughout the course. Depending on the chosen teaching qualification, students typically study music at HfM Dresden along with another subject and educational sciences at TU Dresden. The program prepares students to work with different age groups, from younger children (focusing on singing, playing music, movement, and dancing) to older students (including band class instruction and popular music). Students can also choose specialized tracks like Double Major Music, Music School Teacher, Extended Music, or Church Music.
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The Teacher Training in Music program is an artistic-academic study program that prepares students to become school music teachers. The program combines individual artistic focus with a wide range of musical and practical lessons, including piano, vocals, ensemble direction, and practical piano playing in schools. Students also study theoretical-reflective subjects such as music theory, musicology, and music didactics. The program offers various profiles with more than twenty instruments to choose from. School practical exercises begin in the second year of study, establishing practical contact with school reality that intensifies throughout the course. Depending on the chosen teaching qualification, students typically study music at HfM Dresden along with another subject and educational sciences at TU Dresden. The program prepares students to work with different age groups, from younger children (focusing on singing, playing music, movement, and dancing) to older students (including band class instruction and popular music). Students can also choose specialized tracks like Double Major Music, Music School Teacher, Extended Music, or Church Music.
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How do I apply to Teacher Training in Music at Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden?
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 Teacher Training in Music at Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden
Is Teacher Training in Music at Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 Teacher Training in 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 Teacher Training in Music at Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden? ▼
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 Teacher Training in 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 Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden — 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.