A one-year advanced program for performers who already hold a master's degree and demonstrate an exceptionally high level of performance.
This year, the program is offered to applicants with a background in classical music. The program comprises a total of 60 ECTS credits. The target group consists of applicants who wish to spend a year studying with one of the teachers at the Academy of Music to further develop as performers, deepen their knowledge of a specific repertoire, or prepare for auditions/competitions, etc.
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The application deadline for Artist Diploma is 15 December 2025. Søknadsweb will open for applications to this programme from 1 November. The auditions will be held in week 8 (16–20 February 2026).
At the Norwegian Academy of Music, you will be part of Norway’s leading music community and gain access to an expansive international network of music professionals. You will get to know our outstanding faculty and students from around the world, and be challenged to evolve your skills, regardless of your musical discipline.
At the Academy, we encourage you to seek out your own path. Our commitment to musical excellence embraces both tradition and innovation. We provide an inspiring environment and a wide range of opportunities to experiment and explore while developing the skills and knowledge of your discipline. Our teaching staff is comprised of music professionals of the highest calibre, ready to challenge and motivate you to succeed in your career in music.
Whether your passion is solo performance, composition, playing with an orchestra, organising festivals or changing the ways we perceive and listen to music, the Academy provides the best state-of-the-art music education facilities in Europe.
Published: Feb 13, 2025 — Last updated: Nov 3, 2025