Non-Degree English | 180 ECT

The PhD Programme in Music Research

Norwegian Academy of Music · Oslo, Norway
Official degreeListed in NOKUT
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Duration| 180 ECT
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreeNon-Degree
Credits180 ECTS
Programme provider

Norwegian Academy of Music

Oslo, Norway · Accredited programme

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At a glance

The PhD Programme in Music Research (Non-Degree) is taught at Norwegian Academy of Music, Oslo. It lasts | 180 ECT. Taught in English.

Program overview

The PhD programme is a full-time study over three years, consisting of a PhD training component and an independent research work (the dissertation). The program leads to the degree PhD. Candidates can specialise in one of the following areas: Music Education/Educational Research in Music Music Therapy/Music and Health Practice-oriented Musicology (including Performance Practice and Music Theory)

CityOslo
Credit load180 ECTS

Cost per year

Living costsNOK 20,200 a month in Oslo, rent included
kr 242,400

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 10.312 NOK, 1.1172 USD)

Admission requirements

Typical requirements in Norway for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

  • A completed qualification that gives access to Non-Degree study.
  • Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
  • Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Language requirements

Taught in English.

EnglishMain teaching language
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Required documents

A typical checklist for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the teaching language, when the programme asks for it
Completed application form and a recent photo

Accreditation

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.

Application journey

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Frequently asked questions

How long is The PhD Programme in Music Research?

The official catalogue lists a duration of | 180 ECT and 180 ECTS.

Which languages is The PhD Programme in Music Research taught in?

Taught in English.

What is the tuition fee?

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