Master of Arts in Composition and Theory - Sound Technology & Computer Music (ICST)

Two-year master's degree at the Institute for Computer Music and Sound Technology (ICST), training electronic composers in 3D ambisonics, wave field synthesis, and acoustic spatialization.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in Music, Audio Technology, Sound Design, or Computer Science
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL iBT 90+
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Audio portfolio of electronic compositions, sound synthesis patches (Max/MSP, SuperCollider), or spatial audio works
Recommendation letters: Audition and portfolio assessment

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Hirschmann Foundation grants and ICST studio assistantships (CHF 32/hr)
Application fee: CHF 100
Tuition / joining costs: CHF 1,220/semester

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 28, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Zurich University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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