Graduate Programmes

Graduate Programmes Master of Music Performance

The Master of Music Performance is a two-year programme of music study that will help you to shape your own artistic profile and to choose areas to examine in more depth. The programme offers specialisations in classical music, contemporary music, improvised music/jazz and folk music – where all the students are part of the same programme.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music in Music Theory

Do you want to conduct research or just try to improve your understanding of music? This is a unique programme that gives you the opportunity to delve more deeply into the notes and understand what lies behind them.

Full-time/Part-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music in Conducting

If you are interested in conducting professional ensembles in Norway or abroad, this is a programme for you. Focus is placed on your individual musical development, and the Academy offers a solid and versatile academic environment where you can pursue your studies as a conductor.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music in Church Music – Experience Based

The Master's programme in church music is a three-year, experience-based course of study that carries 90 ECTS credits.

Part-time, 3 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music in Composition

In the Master of Music in Composition programme you will develop and finalise an artistic project with its associated subprojects. The programme consists of an independent master’s project with an emphasis on composition.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Education in Music

This programme provides an introduction to research in music education and an in-depth academic approach to music education practices and problems.

Full-time/Part-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music Therapy

Are you interested in working with people and exploring the connection between music and health?

Full-time/Part-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Master of Music Performance Technology and Electroacoustic Composition

This programme is an offer to students seeking to specialize in composing and performing with music technology.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes European Chamber Music Master ECMAster

This programme provides a unique opportunity for you if you want a professional foundation as a chamber musician. What is special about this programme is that you will study at three different institutions in three European countries in the course of two years.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes Artist Diploma Master of Music Performance

This programme is designed for particularly talented musicians who are aiming at a professional career as a soloist or chamber musician. Participating in this option will place you within the upper echelon of the Norwegian and international music community.

Full-time, 2 yr.

Graduate Programmes One-Year Graduate Conducting Diploma

Do you want to be a conductor? The graduate programme in conducting at Master’s level allows you to specialise in either orchestra/band conducting or choral conducting.

Full-time, 1 yr.

Graduate Programmes One-Year Graduate Performance Diploma – Classical

This is a one-year programme intended for applicants with a background in classical music.

Full-time, 1 yr.