Hochschule für Musik und Theater „Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy“ Leipzig

What you'll study

Study focuses on artistic and pedagogical preparation for jazz and popular styles, with an emphasis on musical excellence, creativity and relevance to today’s scenes. The programme highlights include ensemble playing, performance opportunities, workshops led by faculty, competitions and access to in‑house recording studios. International students work alongside an experienced teaching staff and benefit from a strong professional network.

Entry requirements

The department provides qualification descriptions and specific admission requirements, together with module and examination regulations and study schedules. Prospective students should consult the department’s study course pages and application guidance for the precise entry criteria and audition information.

Career prospects

Graduates typically move into professional activity that draws on performance and pedagogical skills cultivated during study: working as performing musicians, band leaders, studio artists, music educators or continuing into postgraduate and doctoral research. The programme’s competitions, workshops and professional contacts are intended to support transitions into the music industry.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students have access to departmental opportunities such as competitions and workshops and to institutional facilities like recording studios; information about scholarships, funding and financial support is published by the Hochschule and its departmental study information pages.