Master's in Composition and Music Theory
A creative and academic programme blending composition and music theory at Poland’s prestigious Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music.
Best for:Best for musicians with a Bachelor’s degree in music or related fields who wish to specialise in composition and music theory while developing their creative and analytical skills in an internationally oriented academic setting.
Overview
This Master’s programme at the Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice offers a specialised focus on composition and music theory. Located in a historic neo-Gothic building, the academy fosters artistic excellence through concerts, masterclasses, and international collaborations. Students engage in both theoretical study and practical composition, submitting original musical scores as part of the admission process. The programme is designed for musicians with a Bachelor’s degree who seek to deepen their creative and academic skills in a vibrant academic environment. English-language instruction is available, catering to international applicants.
What you'll do
- Develop and submit original musical compositions in the form of scores as part of the academic curriculum.
- Engage in theoretical study and analysis of music, including historical and contemporary perspectives.
- Participate in concerts, masterclasses, and workshops organised by the academy.
- Collaborate with faculty members and peers in creative and academic projects.
- Present and discuss musical works in a structured academic environment.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Music or a related field
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA) in Composition and Music Theory
Language: English; proficiency confirmed by a certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
Instruction: English
- Proven musical/creative ability demonstrated through original compositions or scores
- Strong academic background in music theory or related disciplines
- Basic proficiency in reading and writing music notation
- Possession of a Bachelor’s diploma in Music or a related field
- Certificate confirming English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
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Applicants must submit their original musical compositions in the form of scores for the Composition speciality. Additionally, they need to provide a Bachelor’s diploma and a certificate confirming English language proficiency. The application process involves submitting these documents to the academy’s admissions office.
- Original musical compositions in the form of scores
- Bachelor’s diploma
- Certificate confirming English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
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