Classical Musical Instrumental Performance (MA)
Szeged, Hungary
MA
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,500 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The MA in Classical Musical Instrumental Performance at The University of Szeged teaches advanced instrumental technique, repertoire, prosody, music history, stylistics, composition theory, composition practice, analysis, chamber music and choir practice. Entry requires a BA in performance (or higher) and B2 English; submit official English academic records or certified translations and bring originals on arrival.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work in orchestras, chamber groups, and as solo artists, or pursue roles in music education, arts administration, recital programming, musicology, freelance performance, studio teaching, and cultural events management. They may work in recordings, festival programming, arts entrepreneurship and conservatory teaching.
About the program
The MA program in Classical (Music) Performance is designed to provide students with a wide knowledge of playing musical instruments. Basic theoretical subjects such as literature, prosody, history of art, stylistics, music history, folk music, composition theory, concert visiting, composition practice, and analysis are introduced to students. Applied subjects such as chamber music and choir practice are also offered during the program in addition to other fields, depending on the specialization. Rigorous coursework develops abilities to perform as a soloist and in an orchestra or chamber group. Graduates of the Faculty pursue careers in orchestras, in chamber groups, or as a solo artist.
- Specializations: piano, violin, cello, guitar, trombone
- Level of the program: Master
- Duration of the program: 4 semesters
- Registered in: EU
- Credits: 120
Who should apply?
- Application requirements: fully completed application form, BA degree in Performance*, a demonstrated proficiency in English (B2/Intermediate), and online entrance exam.
*Academic Records: an official English version OR translation of your Bachelor’s degree.
Admission
Entry qualification
- Undergraduate / Bachelor's Degree (or higher)
- BA degree in performance
- The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.
- Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.
- Academic Records in English or certified translation.
- You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to university.
Language requirements
- English
- B2 level or equivalent certificate