University of Innsbruck·Musikwissenschaft
Doctor of Philosophy (Dr. phil.)
The Doktoratsstudium in Musikwissenschaft is geared towards developing independent research skills in the field of musicology. It allows candidates to explore specialized topics, engage in high-level scholarly discourse, and contribute original research to the field. Graduates often pursue academic careers, research positions, or roles in cultural institutions, equipped with comprehensive expertise in musicology and its methodologies.
In the Doctorate program in Musicology, students delve into advanced research within the humanities and cultural sciences, gaining in-depth knowledge in their specific research discipline and familiarity with related fields. The program emphasizes methodological rigor and independent problem-solving skills necessary for addressing complex questions in their area of study.
The program is organized over six semesters, encompassing 180 ECTS credits in a full-time study format. It culminates in the completion of a doctoral thesis, which allows students to extensively explore and contribute to the existing body of knowledge within their field.
Graduates develop both comprehensive and specialized expertise in their research area, equipping them with key competencies for independent scholarly work and critical evaluation of research outcomes. They are also trained to apply interdisciplinary insights to advance scientific knowledge.
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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