Eligibility and admission requirements

The course is aimed at professional musicians, in particular experienced instrumental or singing teachers.

The requirements for admission to the programme are as follows:

  • Successful completion of a university degree in music or an equivalent qualification 
  • Previous professional experience
  • Positive outcome to the admission interview/assessment 

Special admission (“sur dossier”) is also possible in justified cases. The Head of Programme and the Head of Continuing Education Music decide on admission. 

→ This degree programme is taught exclusively in German.

Transfers and admissions

  • In order to transfer into a higher level CAS, the final examination of the preceding CAS module must have been passed and the suitability confirmed in an admission interview. A passed final module exam does not automatically entitle the student to continue studies.

  • The "Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in Music Physiology" can be completed at the earliest after successful completion of the three CAS modules in Music Physiology basic, intermediate, advanced. The DAS admission takes place via the main subject lecturers and the Head of Programme. The degree includes a written documentation of at least 2 case studies and 2 courses incl. a photo or DVD documentation of these worked examples.

  • Prerequisite for admission to the MAS degree is the successful completion of at least three CAS modules with the corresponding certificates of achievement/examinations and transfer interviews.
    Application for the MAS degree is made on the recommendation of the director of studies and/or the main subject lecturer.

    The following must be submitted for registration:

    • Letter of motivation in relation to the MAS degree
    • Description of the content and concept of the intended MAS thesis.

    After reviewing the application, a binding agreement on the choice of topic for the MAS thesis and on the course of the MAS module will be reached in consultation with the Director of Continuing Education in Music.