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BMus Kirchenmusik (Church Music) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Church-music degree at the Hochschule für Musik Mainz with more than 50 years of tradition, connected to the Protestant and Catholic churches.

Faculty: Hochschule für Musik Mainz  |  Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught; Single-subject bachelor)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

A broad spectrum of church-music subjects with practical training on instrument, voice and conducting plus music theory and pedagogy; 20 compulsory modules.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Familiarity with, or openness to, the theological setting of church music is expected. Application period: winter semester: early June to 15 July. Music aptitude test must be passed before admission; separate registration deadlines apply.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)

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