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Overview
MA/M.Mus in Composition
The Composition program of the Iceland University of the Arts puts emphasis on allowing the student to explore, enhance and develop her/his personal compositional approach.
In addition to the main subject the student can personalize the programme of study. Students can choose from different modules in musicology, music theory, electro-acoustics, instrumentation/orchestration, and interdisciplinary studies to support his/her area of interest. With the aim of developing the student’s professional skills, the student can also choose from modules in entrepreneurship and project management.
During the Composition programme at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, student’s compositions will be performed by professional performers and ensembles that specialize in contemporary music. Since 2015 Caput New Music Ensemble has been the ensemble in residence. The department also works with Ensemble Adapter, Siggi String Quartet, Hljómeyki and Spilmenn Ríkínís.
Through the International Exchange programme it is possible to study abroad for one or two semesters at the Academy’s partner institutions, consisting of approximately thirty universities and conservatories in Europe.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Composition
- Aspects of Music Analysis
- Instrumentation
- Electronics & Sound Technology
- Research on Icelandic Music
- Music in Dialogue
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
English
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Music Music HistoryAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 83
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants will have completed a BA degree in composition or related fields of art and musical theory
- Those applicants that do not have a BA degree in composition can be admitted to the programme provided that they demonstrate a knowledge and technical ability of musical composition
- Certified copy of degree certificate(s) and programme / course transcript(s)
- Reference from one referee
- Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Portfolio of works
- Students must be proficient in spoken and written English in the academic context
Tuition Fee
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International
5530 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2765 EUR per semester and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
5530 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2765 EUR per semester and a duration of 24 months.
- 445.578 ISK per semester
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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