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Composition Studies – Western Art Music

INDEPENDENT UNIVERSITY COURSE IN MUSIC • 60 CREDITS • 1 YEAR

INDEPENDENT COURSE • 60 CREDITS • 1 YEAR

Composition Studies - Western Art Music is a one-year independent university course at advanced level aimed at students who want to study composition.

You will also study instrumentation, electroacoustic music and other relevant topics in the field of composition and meet lecturers and guest teachers at the composition seminars. There may also be opportunities to participate in composition projects.

How to apply

  1. Apply for the course at universityadmissions.se
    Application period: 15 October 2024 - 15 January 2025
     
  2. Upload your work samples no later than January 22, 2025. 

Work samples 

Upload the following work samples via the link below:

  • 4-6 scores (PDF) and audio (MP3), with clear recording instructions, representing various ensemble types like orchestra, chamber orchestra, minor chamber groups, choir and the electroacoustic medium.
  • a short work note for each piece.
  • complete work list.
  • curriculum vitae.
  • a few words about why you want to study composition at Malmö Academy of Music.

How to upload your work samples

  1. Read the information carefully to ensure you send the correct files in the correct format.
  2. Make sure you have applied for the programme at antagning.se or universityadmissions.se

Prepare your files

  • Save the scores you want to submit as PDFs.
     
  • Name each file with a title and number, your initials (first name + surname, two letters each), and your date of birth (YY/MM/DD). Separate the data with underscores (_).
     
    • Example: Part1_JeSm_990230 (for Jessica Smith, born 1999-02-30)
    • The next file is named Part2_JeSm_990230, and so on.
       
  • Save the audio files you want to submit in MP3 format and name each file with title, initials and date of birth.
     
    • Example: Title1_JeSm_990230
       
  • If you want to use links to YouTube, Soundcloud, your own website or similar as work samples, write full link names in a separate text document and save it as a PDF. Name the PDF file according to the format: Links_JeSm_990230
     
  • Save your other text documents as PDFs and name them with title_initials_date of birth.
     
    • Examples: CV_JeSm_990230, Plan_JeSm_990230 etc.

Create a ZIP file

  • Create a folder on your computer and name it according to the format: MUPS12_Full name_Date of birth (YY/MM/DD)
     
    • Example: MUPS12_JessicaSmith_990230
       
  • Place all files in the folder and compress it into a ZIP file. Do not use RAR, as we cannot open that format.
     
  • The folder must not exceed 5 GB.

Upload your ZIP file

  • Open the upload link (found further down this page).
     
  • Select or drag the ZIP file from your computer.
    Enter the same email address you used when you applied for the programme at antagning.se or universityadmissions.se
     
  • Click Upload.

Once the upload is complete, you will receive a confirmation in your browser. Do not close the browser until the upload is finished.


If you need help

Contact us via email: admissions [at] mhm [dot] lu [dot] se (admissions[at]mhm[dot]lu[dot]se). Never send work samples via email, as your application will be considered incomplete.

Note: It is your responsibility to ensure that the work samples are complete, in the correct format, and playable.

Quick Facts

Duration
60 ECTS credits / 1 year full-time

Kind of programme
Independent course

Language of instruction
Swedish and English

Application period
15 October 2024 – 15 January 2025

Syllabus
Syllabus MUPS12 (PDF 220 KB, new tab)

Entry requirements
To be admitted to the course, you must have completed at least 90 credits from studies at a music academy or equivalent institution. You must also pass the admission test.

Selection: Based on the results of the admission test.

Apply here

Application period: 15 October 2024 - 15 January 2025


Questions about admission:
admissions [at] mhm [dot] lu [dot] se (admissions[at]mhm[dot]lu[dot]se)

Contact

Thea Lundbäck
Programme Coordinator
thea [dot] lundback [at] mhm [dot] lu [dot] se (thea[dot]lundback[at]mhm[dot]lu[dot]se)
+46 40 32 54 25

Listen to students talking about the programme (subtitles available in English under settings)
9 Pieces for Solo Guitar | A collaboration between guitar and composition students | 2023