Introduction to Munich College of Music and Theatre

The Munich College of Music and Theatre is a top public art college with a long history in Germany. It has a very high international reputation in the fields of music, drama and other performing arts, and has trained many well-known musicians, performers and performing artists.

Overview

Student size: There are 1,098 students in the summer semester of 2019.

Course settings: There are more than 40 undergraduate and master's majors, covering composition, music theory, various instrument performances, vocal music, opera performance, music education, musicology, drama performance, directing, cultural management and communication and other directions.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 1846. It was originally founded as a royal music school by Franz Hauser. In 1867, at the suggestion of Richard Wagner, it was transformed into the Royal Bavarian Academy of Music by Ludwig II. It became a state institution in 1874, and then it underwent several name changes. It was finally named the Munich College of Music and Drama in 1998.

School strength

Faculty: It has about 125 Professors and many internationally renowned lecturers, who not only have profound professional knowledge, but also have rich teaching and performance experience, can provide students with high-quality professional guidance.

Teaching resources: The school has a large number of orchestras and choirs, such as the Munich School Orchestra, the Munich School Music Choir, etc., which provide students with abundant practical opportunities, where students can accumulate performance experience and improve professional skills.

Nature of the institution

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' artistic expression, creativity and professional skills, emphasize the combination of theory and practice, encourage students to actively participate in various performances and creative activities, and continuously improve their artistic level through practice. At the same time, cultivate students' love and persistent pursuit of art, and lay a solid foundation for students' future career development and artistic career.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Composition, conducting, piano, vocal music, opera performance, music education, musicology, instrumental performance, drama performance, directing, cultural management and communication are the key disciplines of the school.

Key laboratories: No special key laboratories were found in the school, but the school's professional rehearsal halls, recording studios and other teaching facilities can be regarded as important places for students to practice and create, providing students with a laboratory-like practical environment.

Department

The school has six main teaching departments, including composition, conducting and choral conducting; Catholic church music, Protestant church music, organ music and harpsichord; piano; string instruments, woodwind instruments, brass instruments, percussion instruments and plucked instruments; vocal music, opera performance and opera conducting; and music education and other disciplines.

Ranking

As one of the top music and drama schools in Germany, it has a high reputation and influence internationally, but its specific ranking in the comprehensive ranking of international authoritative universities has not been found.

Fees

Tuition fees: The semester fee for the 2024/25 winter semester is 85 euros, the tuition fee for the continuing education master class is 2085 euros, and the tuition fee for young students is 300 euros.

Living expenses: Living in Munich, students' monthly living expenses are approximately between 800-1200 euros, including accommodation, food, transportation, entertainment and other expenses.

Campus

Campus location: The school is located in Munich, Germany. Munich is the capital of Bavaria, Germany, and is the cultural, artistic and economic center of southern Germany, providing students with rich artistic resources and performance opportunities.

Campus facilities: The main building of the school is located in the King's Square in Munich. In addition, there are teaching venues in Louisen Street, Regent Theater, William Street and other places. The school is equipped with modern teaching facilities and a comfortable learning and living environment, including professional rehearsal halls, recording studios, libraries, classrooms, student dormitories, canteens, etc., which provide convenient conditions for students' study and life.