Welcome to the MÜNSTER University of Music!
The Münster University of Music combines the best: education at the highest level, individually and in a family atmosphere, studying in a lively and lovable city and the international reputation of one of the largest universities in Germany, the University of Münster.
Whether you come to us as a student or as a teacher, whether you visit one of our concerts or whether you would like to get involved with the University of Music and support our work: Take a look around our website, follow us on social media and feel free to contact us personally. - You are most welcome!
Find more information on the Münster University of Music here.
Registration period for aptitude tests begins!
From February 2, 2026, to March 26, 2026, you can apply for the aptitude test for studies beginning in the 2026/2027 winter semester. More informations you find here . You can find all the important information under Prospective Students on our homepage.
Preparatory course in general music theory (including harmony) and ear training. More information here!
Successful Interdisciplinary Conference on Violence Prevention in Higher Education
On February 12, a successful conference on violence prevention – status quo and interdisciplinary perspectives – took place under the title “Between Power and Responsibility: Preventing Violence in Higher Education with Special Consideration of Music and Sports Science.” More than 60 students and staff members participated in the event. The conference was part of a project funded by the QVM Commission of the University of Münster and led by Prof. Isabelle Sophie Heiss and Dr. Lena Henning.
Application Youth Academy
The next applications for admission to the Youth Academy will be possible for the winter semester 2026/27.
Access to the application portal will be published here in winter semester 2025/26. The application period runs from Friday, March 27, 2026, to Sunday, May 3, 2026. The application deadline is Sunday, May 3, 2026.The application deadline is Sunday, 3 May 2026.
The next auditions for admission to the Youth Academy will take place on Saturday, 27 June 2026.
The selection audition consists of a 10 to 15-minute recital in the main subject with freely chosen works from at least two stylistic periods. An accompanist cannot be provided.
Consultation interviews for applicants who have passed the aptitude test will take place on Saturday, 11 July 2026.
Save the Date - Music Career Days NRW 2026
From September 28-30, 2026, the Robert Schumann University of Music in Düsseldorf will host the first Music Career Days NRW for students.
Together with the Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen, the Münster University of Music, the Detmold University of Music, and the Cologne University of Music and Dance, the university is organizing three days of workshops, keynote speeches, panels, networking opportunities, and concerts on the topics of career paths, career development, concert formats, and mental health.
Further information will follow shortly.
Das Leben ist ein Wunschkonzert!
Private und öffentliche Konzerte mit den Studierenden können Sie ganz einfach buchen – dank der erneuten Förderung der NEUEN STERNE FÜR DAS MÜNSTERLAND durch die regionale Kulturförderung des Landes NRW sogar teilweise bezuschusst. Alle Infos und die aktuellen klassischen Ensembles und Pop Acts der Musikhochschule finden Sie hier.
Solidarity with Ukraine
The Münster University of Music strongly condemns Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. We stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people, their students, artists, scientists and their families. Our thoughts also go out to our university members and their families.
At https://aec-music.eu/supporting-ukrainian-refugees/, many European music academies are compiling support offers especially for Ukrainian refugee music students - the Münster University of Music is also participating.
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