University of Music and Performing Arts Graz·Music Theory
Master of Arts (MA)
The Master's program in Composition and Music Theory Pedagogy is a comprehensive artistic education designed to prepare students for teaching careers. It emphasizes practical teaching skills alongside theoretical knowledge in music. Graduates are equipped to work in various educational settings and develop teaching techniques used in schools and music academies.
The program covers advanced topics in composition and music theory while integrating pedagogical methods. Students delve into teaching strategies applicable in music education contexts, enhancing both their musical and teaching skills.
The program consists of four semesters, combining coursework with practical teaching experiences. Students engage in individual and group teaching sessions, as well as a final project or thesis related to their educational focus.
Graduates will possess skills in composition, pedagogy, and musical analysis. They gain hands-on teaching experience and are prepared to engage in diverse educational environments, from schools to music conservatories.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Wintersemester 2023/24
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.
KUG Graz is a music and performing arts university known for jazz, orchestral studies, and opera, with an international student body.
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