Composition and Music Theory, Master of Music (2.5 yr)

About this programme

You can study either Composition or Music Theory as your main subject. Composition studies, harmony and voice leading, music analysis and instrumentation form the core of the Composition programme. As a master’s student, you will focus on deepening your professional expertise and completing studies that support your personal identity as a composer. Harmony and voice leading, music analysis and instrumentation, as well as instrument studies form the core of the Music Theory studies. During your master’s studies, you will deepen your understanding of music research and gain more knowledge of your personal research field. You can also choose courses organised by the other two academies of the University and complete so-called joint studies that are available for all students. Composition You will be able to study composition at one of the best performing arts universities inthe world. You will gain the competence to work in expert roles requiring a profound knowledge of music. The studies prepare you to engage in discussion within the music community and society at large. Graduates of the programme have diverse career opportunities. Besides working as a composer, common career paths include, among others, becoming a teacher, musician and writer. Read more on Uniarts Helsinki web pages: Composition Music Theory You will study in one of the best performing arts universities in the world and gain the competence to work in specialist positions that require a profound knowledge of music. The studies prepare you to engage in discussion within the music community and in society at large. Our graduates work in demanding expert and pedagogue professions, for example as teachers, journalists, researchers and musicians. Read more on Uniarts Helsinki web pages: Music Theory