Music, Bachelor of Music

On-campus program @ Barenboim-Said Academie 

👉 The Bachelor of Music at the Barenboim-Said Academy is a unique degree programme that combines intensive musical training with a broad introduction to the humanities. The focus is on individual courses in orchestral instruments, piano, or composition. The curriculum includes twenty-four courses in areas such as music theory, music history, and ear training, as well as humanities subjects to cultivate students' intellectual curiosity.

At a Glance

🏫 University Barenboim-Said Academie, Art school based in Berlin
🎓 Field of Study Art
📜 Degree Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)
⏳ Duration 8 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 240 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction English
📖 Course contents Instrumental Instruction (Basic Module), Main Instrument, Ancillary instrument for brass, woodwinds, Instrumental Instruction (Advanced Module), Orchestral repertoire study, Music Studies (Basic Module), Music Theory and Analysis, Ear Training, Music History, Advanced Music Theory, Music Studies (Advanced Module), Elective A, Elective B, Group Musical Practice (Basic Module), Chamber, Ensemble, Orchestra, Group Musical Practice (Advanced Module), Chamber, Ensemble, Orchestra, Secondary Piano Instruction, Philosophy, History, Literature, Humanities Curriculum (Basic Module), Philosophy (Advanced Module), History (Advanced Module), Literature (Advanced Module), Electives, Academic Skills, German and English, Electives (Humanities or Musicology), Final Project, Research Colloquium / Thesis Advising, Final thesis, Final recital
📍 Location Berlin
📅 Enrollment Winter semester
🔗 More Info https://www.barenboimsaid.de

Admission requirements

Applicants must provide personal information, including full name, contact details, nationality/nationalities, and address. Additionally, details of schools and universities attended are required. An English language proficiency certificate (such as TOEFL or equivalent tests) is mandatory unless corresponding evidence has already been submitted. Short essay questions must be answered, and PDF scans of the most recent academic transcripts, and if necessary, a certified translation, must be submitted. A CV, a copy of the passport, a biometric photo, screening materials, and a letter of recommendation are mandatory.

Details

The Bachelor of Music at the Barenboim-Said Academy offers a comprehensive musical and academic education over a period of four years. This programme is designed for students who wish to combine a solid musical education with knowledge from the humanities. They will receive individual instruction in orchestral instruments, piano, or composition. The courses cover areas such as music theory, music history, and ear training, as well as advanced courses in performance practice and musicology. In addition, the curriculum includes humanities modules in philosophy, history, and literature to promote students' intellectual curiosity and critical reflection skills. The aim is to prepare students for a career as professional musicians or music educators.

Four-year programme leading to a Bachelor of Music degree Individual instrumental and ensemble instruction Courses in music theory, music history, and ear training Humanities courses: philosophy, history, literature Advanced courses: musical performance practice, music education, musicology

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