Master's degree programme in Conducting

The Master’s programme in conducting is a unique practical conducting course where you will have the opportunity to lead several professional ensembles. As a deeply committed conductor, the Master’s programme gives you a firm basis for your future development. In your studies, you will cultivate the ability to work in a disciplined and independent manner with accomplished experts and ensembles. The Master’s programme in conducting is vital in music that has a great need for good musical leaders. It will enable you to develop your talent as a performer through relevant practice and reflection. The solid foundation you establish here will shape your career as a professional conductor. Your fellow students and instructors will be essential allies through an academic council that will give you helpful feedback. As a musical leader, you will acquire the necessary expertise to convey your enthusiasm for ensembles of various sizes. The Master's Programme in Choral Conducting for the Academic Year 2026/2027 is structured around six masterclasses spread throughout the year. International top conductors will lead the masterclasses: Yuval Weinberg, Grete Pedersen, Marc Korovitch, and Justin Doyle. When you have completed your studies, you will have the opportunity to shape a future musical landscape in a variety of artistic contexts and will be prepared to accept significant challenges in a national and international music community that is in a constant process of change.

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

• A completed qualification appropriate for Master's Degree.
• Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment requested by the institution.
• Final requirements must be confirmed for the applicant's education system and intake.

Taught in English.

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

This programme is recorded as accredited in the central catalogue.