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.
Music theory, music history and aural skills form part of the basis for what we do at the Norwegian Academy of Music. The Academy is the only place in Scandinavia offering a Master of Music in Music Theory programme in English. Here you can acquire practical skills that will enable you to reflect on intriguing musical problems within various genres.
The programme is also offered as a part-time course of study over 4 years.
Versatility
This programme is suitable for many people, especially those who want to explore the possibilities music theory offers you as a musician, composer or musicologist. We are looking for versatility, and your background may be from several different musical traditions. You will also be able to use this experience as a resource for improvisation and composition.
The programme provides a valuable opportunity for you to delve more deeply into your areas of interest and serves as an important point of departure for further activities within teaching or research. The Master’s thesis you write can take various approaches, ranging from artistic to more theoretical or educational themes.
Entry requirements
A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 120 ECTS credits in music or 90 ECTS credits in musicology. Good knowledge of music theory is expected, especially within the chosen specialisation in the Master’s Project.
Admission exams are held in aural skills, harmony, arranging, and counterpoint. Two arrangements of compositions must be included in the application as scores, or by means of a recording.
Entry requirements
A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 120 ECTS credits in music or 90 ECTS credits in musicology. Good knowledge of music theory is expected, especially within the chosen specialisation in the Master’s Project.
Admission exams are held in aural skills, harmony, arranging, and counterpoint. Two arrangements of compositions must be included in the application as scores, or by means of a recording.