University of Music and Performing Arts Graz·Arts
Doktorin der Knste (Dr.art., Doctor artium)
The Artistic-scholarly Doctoral Programme at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz emphasizes the integration of artistic practice with academic research. Students are expected to conduct innovative research that deepens their artistic work and transcends disciplinary boundaries. The program is designed for artists aiming to elevate their practice through scholarly methodologies, preparing graduates for diverse roles in both the academic and artistic fields.
The program focuses on artistic research methodologies, advanced performance techniques, and the theoretical underpinnings of art forms. Participants explore new dimensions of creativity while enhancing their skills in critical thinking, presentation, and academic writing.
The program is structured over six semesters, culminating in a doctoral thesis that integrates artistic and scholarly inquiry. Students will engage in various phases, including seminars, workshops, and individual research projects, along with presenting their findings to a committee.
Graduates of this program will gain competencies in artistic scholarship, critical analysis, and the ability to conduct independent research. This equips them to contribute innovatively to the fields of art and academia.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter semester
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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