OpenFieldMaster of Music in Orchestral Conducting and Opera Direction
Elite podium training conducting full symphonic orchestras and opera productions with score reading, rehearsal technique, and choral direction.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Music in Conducting, Piano, or Composition.
- English language proficiency
- German B2.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required; live conducting audition with professional ensemble.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Repertoire list, video prescreening, CV, and transcripts.
- Recommendation letters
- Two conductor recommendations.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Tuition-free conservatory; conducting masterclasses with Berlin Philharmonie conductors
- Application fee
- €50 audition fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition; €310 semester fee
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Berlin University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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