Hochschule für Musik und Theater „Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy“ Leipzig

What you'll study

The programme qualifies students for pedagogical and artistic activity as:

• Instrumental- and vocal teachers (Instrumental- und Gesangspädagogik)
• Teachers in elemental music and dance pedagogy (Elementare Musik- und Tanzpädagogik)
• Music mediators and educators working with learners of all ages

Structure and workload: standard period of study is 8 semesters leading to 240 ECTS credit points. The course includes a profile area that deepens competencies in music pedagogy.

Entry requirements

Specific admission regulations, Aufnahmebedingungen and module/ examination rules are published under the programme's Studieninformationen. The institute runs preparatory activities and tutorials for admission examinations (for example in ear training and harmony) and schedules audition/preparation events—applicants should consult the faculty's application pages for exact procedures and required audition components.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to work as:

• Instrumental or singing teachers in private or institutional settings
• Teachers of elementary music and dance across age groups
• Music mediators in cultural institutions, schools, theatres and music schools

The institute’s connections with local professional ensembles and schools support practical project work, ensemble leadership and teaching experience during study.

Scholarships & funding angle

While the programme page references detailed Studieninformationen for funding specifics, prospective students can typically explore institutional scholarships, project-based funding through the institute, and external scholarships; additionally, participation in institute projects and ensembles can create opportunities for paid teaching or performance assignments during study.