Overview

The Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) from Fontys Fine and Performing Arts offers an ambitious, innovative study programme. Our vision is based on the idea that your individual musical development into a top musician can only flourish through practice.

Why this study?

Three hours of instrumental lessons per week by our instrumental experts and ensemble teachers

Playing and creating in ensembles with a focus on the professional field

Innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum in an international learning environment

Entrepreneurship, research, and collaboration as the basis for self-development and self-management

Programme Structure

Year 1

Develop basic skills in instrument (technique and interpretation), ensemble, music theory, history, cultural history and research.

Interdisciplinarity (working together with toher disciplines, body and mind (Cesar Therapy, injury prevention)

Projects & masterclasses

Additional piano lessons

For jazz student we also offer playground (playing together with instrument professors) and bigband lessons (all years)

Classical singers have an additional trajectory in languages (French, IPA, German, Italian) and drama (actor training, theatrical improvisation)

Lecturers

At the Academy of Music and Performing Arts, you will get lessons from (guest) teachers that are specialized in your musical instrument or musical direction.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2023-07-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Music Music Composition Music Performance View 7 other Bachelors in Music Composition in Netherlands

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Fontys School of Fine and Performing Arts and/or in Netherlands, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

In order to be admitted, you will complete a practical video audition and an online theory test. When in doubt, we invite you to do a live audition at Fontys Fine and Performing Arts.

In addition, you should prove being in possession of a diploma of higher secondary education, as well as having sufficient English proficiency.

Tuition Fee

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International

11190 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11190 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

2314 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 48 months.

Please check the tuition fees indicator to determine the tuition rate for your situation: https://fontys.edu/tuitionfees/

Living costs for Tilburg

700 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.