B.Mus.

Musik und Geisteswissenschaften (Piano) in Berlin, Germany

Barenboim-Said Akademie

Key Facts

Degree

B.Mus.

Duration

8 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2027

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

240 ECTS

Language

English/German

Campus

Berlin

Intakes per Year

1

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:
No tuition fees (full scholarship for all students)

Non-EU / International

tuition:
No tuition fees (full scholarship for all students)

The B.Mus. programme in Musik und Geisteswissenschaften (Piano) is offered by Barenboim-Said Akademie, a Kunst- und Musikhochschulen in Berlin, Germany, spanning 8 semesters (240 ECTS credits). Courses are delivered in both German and English; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

DE

German — German helpful but not required at admission

EN

English — English proficiency required (primary academic language)

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

  • Secondary school leaving certificate or equivalent

Additional Requirements

  • Pre-screening video recording of solo repertoire
  • Live audition (by invitation only)
  • Interview with academic faculty

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Berlin

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Study Fields

Instrumentalmusik

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Barenboim-Said Akademie welcomes international applicants for its B.Mus. in Musik und Geisteswissenschaften (Piano) in Berlin. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 8 semesters (approximately 4 years), totalling 240 ECTS credits.

The teaching language is English/German. Check the programme's admission page for specific language certificate requirements.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Barenboim-Said Akademie's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.