M.A. German 4 Semesters

Musikwissenschaft

Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln Köln, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2028

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Köln

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Entrance Test

Portfolio-based admissions with potential interview

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Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln

Kunst- und Musikhochschulen · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: keine Studiengebühren (~€300/sem Sozialbeitrag)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: keine Studiengebühren (~€300/sem Sozialbeitrag)

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Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, a Kunst- und Musikhochschulen in Köln, Germany offers an M.A. in Musikwissenschaft, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

German — Ausreichende Deutschkenntnisse erforderlich; Details auf der Seite für Internationale Bewerber*innen

Entry Requirements

Entrance Test

Portfolio-based admissions with potential interview

Verified from the university's official page

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

Bachelor degree in Musicology, Lehramt, or related degree
For Bachelor of Music or artistic studies: 12 additional credits in musicology required (2 credits as graded performance)
For Kunstlerische Forschung: Bachelor in artistic field required
Required documents: CV, certified degree copy, independent musicology essay (min 15 pages), motivation letter

Additional Requirements

For other music-related degrees: 40 credits required (20 music science including 3 graded performances)
Admission committee decision; interview possible

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

Locations

Köln

Subject Groups

Art, Music & Design Languages & Humanities

Study Fields

Musikwissenschaft

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Musikwissenschaft in Köln. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

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 (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.