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Application and requirements

Applying for the aptitude test

Below, you will find step-by-step instructions for taking the aptitude test and an overview of the other admission requirements.

This is how the application process works:

  • Online application

    From February 17th to April 10th 2025, you can apply for the aptitude test for studies starting in the winter semester 2025/2026.

  • Upload

    The following documents must be uploaded in the online portal. Please note that international applicants must upload authenticated German or English translations of their certificates:

    • curriculum vitae (CV)
    • higher education entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur certificate), school-leaving certificate or a written confirmation of your expected degree
    • if applicable degree certificate(s) (e. g. bachelor’s or master’s degree certificate etc.) or a written confirmation of your expected degree with your transcript of records
    • if applicable letter of motivation (see § 3 (2) of the aptitude test regulations for the course of studies “Master of Music – Music and Education”) or statement ("Master of Music - Music and Creativity" major in KMP, pop vocals) or cover letter ("Bachelor of Music - Music and Education " major in KMP).
    • if applicable B2 certificate of German language proficiency or written confirmation of the expected completion of your language test

    • if applicable compositions and compilation ("Bachelor of Music - Music and Education" major in KMP) or compilation ("Master of Music - Music and Creativity" and "Master of Music - Music and Education" major in KMP)

    • if applicable video recording according to the requirements of the respective fields of study and majors. Instructions for creating and uploading the video can be found under "Aptitude test | Requirements".

  • Recognised language certificates

    The following language certificates must be uploaded to the upload area of the online application portal.

    • B2 certificate from the Goethe-Institut
    • B2 certificate from "TELC" with a grade of at least "gut" (good, 2.0)
    • DSH 1
    • TestDaF with 3 points in all subsections
    • DSD II with B2 level in all four sections ("Deutsches Sprachdiplom")
    • OnSET B2

    Students in one-year language courses must email their language certificates to the Studienbüro/Examinations Office by mid-April.

  • Sections of the aptitude test

    Degree Study orientation/description* Sections of the aptitude test  (see requirements)
    Bachelor of Music
    (classical)    		 Music and Creativity

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. written examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training at the University of Music

    3. second round of the live presenation for the major

    4. written and oral language examination at the University of Music (if applicable)
    Bachelor of Music
    (classical)

    Music and Education

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. written examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training at the University of Music

    3. second round of the live presenation for the major

    4. pedagogical aptitude test at the University of Music

    5. written and oral language examination at the University of Music (if applicable)
    Bachelor of Music
    (popular)

    Music and Education

    this sequence applies to the subjects:
    drum set, e-bass, e-guitar, keyboards
    & music production, pop vocals

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. oral examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training at the University of Music
    Explanatory video

    After passing the oral examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training:

    3. second round of the live presenation for the major

    4. written and oral language examination at the University of Music (if applicable)
    Master of Music Music and Creativity

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. second round of the live presenation for the major

    3. written and oral language examination at the University of Music (if applicable)
    Master of Music Music and Education

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. second round of the live presenation for the major

    3. pedagogical aptitude test at the University of Music

    4. written and oral language examination at the University of Music (if applicable)
    Music Certificate  

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. second round of the live presenation for the major
    Concert Examination  

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major

    After passing the digital round:

    2. second round of the live presenation for the major

     Note: If a mandatory part of the examination is not taken, the entire aptitude test is considered not passed.

  • Procedural Fee

    To take the aptitude test, candidates are required to pay a procedural fee of 43 euros. The procedural fee must be paid per course of study/per major subject. If, for example, you should decide to apply for two or three courses of study, you are obligated to pay the procedural fee twice or three times.

Aptitude test | Requirements

In the following, you will find the aptitude test requirements, listed by degree programmes.

  • Bachelor of Music – Music and Creativity

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major and
    2. second round of the live presenation for the chosen major,
    3. examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training.

     

    General information on the first round (video format)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video. The requirements for video recording are listed for the fields of study

    •     Instrument
    •     Singing

     

    General information on the second round (live presentation)

    Here you will find the requirements for the live presentation for the fields of study

    •     Instrument
    •     Singing

    and the requirements for the

    •     Minor General Music Theory and Aural Training (classical)

     

    General Music Theory and Aural Training (classical)

    Sample aptitude test (classical) – General Music Theory (sample exam with solution)

    Sample aptitude test (classical) – Aural Training (sample exam with solution)

    Flyer prepatory workshop "Fit für die Eignungsprüfung"

     

    Written and oral language exam (if applicable)

    Only if the candidate has not provided proof of language proficiency.

    Sample written language exam

    The written exam may be followed by an oral exam.

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.

     

  • Bachelor of Music – Music and Education

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major,
    2. second round of the live presenation for the chosen major,
    3. pedagogical aptitude test,
    4. examination in General Music Theory and Aural Training.

     

    General information on the first round (video format)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video. The requirements for video recording are listed for the fields of study

    •  Instrument
    •  Singing
    • Elementary Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production
    • Popular Music

     

    General information on the second round (live presentation)

    Here you will find the requirements for the live presentation for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing
    • Popular Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production
    • Elementare Musik

    and the requirements for the

    • Minor General Music Theory and Aural Training (classical)
    • Minor General Music Theory and Aural Training (Keyboards & Music Production and Popular Music)

    and the requirements for the pedagogical aptitude test or the fields of study

    • Instrument/ Singing (classical)
    • Popular Music/ Keyboards & Music Production
    • Elementary Music

     

    Pedagogical aptitude test

    Information on the pedagogical aptitude test or the fields of study Instrument/ Singing (classical)

    Information event on the pedagogical aptitude test or the fields of study Instrument/ Singing (classical)

     

    General Music Theory and Aural Training (classical)

    Sample aptitude test (classical) – General Music Theory (sample exam with solution)

    Sample aptitude test (classical) – Aural Training (sample exam with solution)

    Flyer prepatory workshop "Fit für die Eignungsprüfung"

     

    General Music Theory and Aural Training (popular)

    Sample test General Music Theory and Aural Training (popular)

    Solution sample test General Music Theory and Aural Training (popular)

    Explanatory video aptitude tests popular - General Music Theory and Aural Training

    Flyer prepatory workshop "Fit für die Eignungsprüfung"

     

    Written and oral language exam (if applicable)

    Only if the candidate has not provided proof of language proficiency.

    Sample written language exam

    The written exam may be followed by an oral exam.

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.

  • Master of Music – Music and Creativity

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    • usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major and
    • second round of the live presenation for the chosen major.

     

    General information on the first round (video format)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video. The requirements for video recording are listed for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing
    • Popular Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production

     

    General information on the second round (live presentation)

    Here you will find the requirements for the live presentation for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing
    • Popular Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production

     

    Written and oral language exam (if applicable)

    Only if the candidate has not provided proof of language proficiency.

    Sample written language exam

    The written exam may be followed by an oral exam.

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.

  • Master of Music – Music and Education

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major and
    2. second round of the live presenation for the chosen major,
    3. pedagogical aptitude test.

     

    General information on the first round (video format)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video. The requirements for video recording are listed for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing
    • Popular Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production
    • Elementary Music

     

    General information on the second round (live presentation)

    Here you will find the requirements for the live presentation for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing
    • Popular Music
    • Keyboards & Music Production
    • Elementary Music

     

    Written and oral language exam (if applicable)

    Only if the candidate has not provided proof of language proficiency.

    Sample written language exam

    The written exam may be followed by an oral exam.

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.

  • Music Certificate

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    1. usually first digital round in video format for the chosen major and
    2. second round of the live presenation for the chosen major.

     

    General information on the first round (video format)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video. The requirements for video recording are listed for the fields of study

    •  Instrument
    •  Singing

     

    General information on the second round (live presentation)

    Here you will find the requirements for the live presentation for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.

  • Concert Examination

    (Please note: the following downloads are available in German only)

     

    The aptitude test includes

    1. first digital round in video format
    2. second round of the live presenation

     

    General information on the first round (video format) and the second round (live presentation)

    Here you find instructions for creating and uploading the video for the first round (video format) and the requirements for the second round (live presentation) for the fields of study

    • Instrument
    • Singing

     

    Contact persons

    Here you can find an overview of the teaching staff concerning questions regarding artistic matters.