The Bachelor program in Jazz Piano allows students to learn both the diverse tradition of jazz and engage with contemporary styles and technologies. With a holistic approach, it emphasizes interaction and improvisation. Students will gain experience as soloists as well as members of various ensembles, helping them to develop their artistic personality. Graduates will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career as jazz musicians.
In this Bachelor program, students delve into the rich tradition of jazz, while also exploring contemporary styles and technologies. The curriculum emphasizes a holistic approach focusing on interaction and improvisation, allowing students to develop as both soloists and ensemble members.
The program is organized over 8 semesters, totaling 240 ECTS credits. It features a blend of theoretical and practical components, including performances and possibly an internship, culminating in the development of a personal artistic identity.
Graduates of the Bachelor’s program in Jazz Piano acquire essential musical skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career as jazz musicians, equipping them with both performance abilities and theoretical understanding.
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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