Extensions of study
The Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance usually takes place in 4 semesters and corresponds to a total number of working hours equivalent to 120 ECTS credits.[*].
Qualification achieved
Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance
Type of Master
The Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance is an independent Master's Degree programme under Swiss cooperation in accordance with the Konferenz Musikhochschulen Schweiz KMHS cooperation model.
Admissions criteria
Admission is conditional on:
- successful completion of a Bachelor of Arts in Music or equivalent musical education.
- passing an aptitude test to demonstrate outstanding artistic potential
- the availability of places
[*] If enrolled as a second Master's, 30 ECTS credits are normally recognised from the first Master's obtained, usually in the main subject (instrument/voice).
Admission (aptitude) test
The aptitude test consists of:
- a first practical test (preparation of a programme composed of works of different styles and from different periods for a total duration of 30 minutes; the panel reserves the right to hear only part of the programme) for admission to the requested group
- a second practical test (preparation of a programme composed of works of different styles and from different periods for a total duration of 60 minutes; the panel reserves the right to hear only part of the programme) in the form of a competition including all instruments, for admission to the Master's course and for the allocation of available places
- an interview
The Management reserves the right to exempt students already enrolled from the test.
The student is only accepted as being eligible for the course if all parts of the test are passed.
Admission procedures 2020/21 – Coronavirus emergency
Due to the current situation related to the Coronavirus emergency, and having in mind that we must guarantee equal admission conditions to all applicants, the University of Music has adopted the following important modifications to the admission procedures:
Admission procedures 2020/21
Application procedure
Applications are open till 31 March. Further information on the application process may be found on the Application page.
Language
Most courses are taught in Italian although, depending on the nationality of the students and/or musicians present during practical exercises, the use of other languages (French, German, English) is widely accepted. Classes delivered by guests may also take place in the languages specified above. Students can also attend language courses as part of SUPSI programmes. Written work is accepted in any of the three official languages (Italian, French, German) or in English.
