Performance, Folk Music/Art Music from Other Cultures
Our master’s programme is tailored to suit your unique musical style. It offers in-depth studies in folk and art music from around of the world. Whether you are a vocalist or an instrumentalist, you will have the opportunity refine your skills and develop your musical identity.
You will study alongside students from diverse musical traditions worldwide. Our students play a wide range of instruments, creating a space where different musical expressions meet and enrich each another. Together with KMH's experienced and skilled faculty, you will explore and refine your artistry in a creative and dynamic environment.
About the program
- A tailored education designed to match to your unique musical profile.
- Provides an opportunity to explore your creativity, embrace independence, and experiment with new musical expressions through tailor-made courses.
- Prepares you for a self-sufficient career as a freelance musician.
Advanced courses open up new musical possibilities
A significant part of the program consists of advanced courses in your main instrument. Working closely with your primary teacher, the courses are tailored to meet your unique profile and strengthen your artistic identity within your tradition. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to explore new musical possibilities and place your musicianship in different contexts.
The courses enhance your ability to reflect on and communicate your musical creation. You will gain tools to consciously shape your musical expression and build on your past experiences. By fostering creativity and independence, the programme encourages you to push boundaries and evolve as a musician.
Elective courses
You will take several elective courses to broaden and deepen your education.
Research methodology will contextualise your artistic practice
The programme prepares you for further studies at an artistic research level through courses in research methodology. This foundation is invaluable, whether you choose to pursue a research career or work as a professional musician.
These courses designed to deepen your ability to reflect on your music-making and situate it within a broader artistic and societal context. You will gain essential knowledge in music aesthetics, historical perspectives, and music psychology through
- lectures
- seminars
- workshops with guest teachers
Additionally, the programme offers seminars focused on documenting, analysing, and communicating your artistic work.
Your application shapes your studies
As a student, you have significant freedom to design your studies. In your application, you outline your vision for the degree project, a project you will develop and realise during the programme with the support of your artistic supervisor.
The programme culminates with a degree recital or another form of presentation, depending on the nature of your project. You will also submit a written reflective documentation of your artistic work.
Faculty
The Department of Folk Music will serve as your academic home. Our experienced faculty offers broad expertise and an extensive professional network for you to tap into. We are committed to help you tailor your education to align with your musical tradition.
International Exchanges and Collaborations
Become an Exchange Student
Through Erasmus, a European exchange programme, you can apply to study for a term or academic year at a partner institution.
KMH’s Department of Folk Music foundes the Nordic higher education network Nordtrad and actively collaborates with other international folk music programmes and institutions.
International Collaborations
The Department of Folk Music is deeply engaged in outreach and collaborations, both nationally and internationally. We maintain partnerships with folk and world music organisers, educational centers, amateur organisations, and various research institutions.
After Graduation
The programme equips you with the tools to further develop your artistic profile at the highest level while preparaing you for an independent career as a freelance musician. The number of professional musicians specialising in folk and art music from other cultures continues to grow in Sweden.
Several of Sweden’s most established and innovative folk music ensembles, such as Golbang and The Forbidden Orchestra, were formed during studies at KMH.
Additionally, alumni of KMH's folk and art music from other cultures programme are frequently represented among nominees and award winners in various contexts.
For those interested in academic research, the program also serves as a strong foundation for further studies at the artistic research level.
Admissions
To be eligible for this programme, you need to
- meet the general entry requirements for second-cycle courses and study programmes, meaning you must have completed an undergraduate study programme of at least 180 ECTS
- meet the specific entry requirements which are a Degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music (180 credits) or equivalent, as well as passed entrance examination.
If the number of eligible applicants exceeds the number of places, a selection will take place. Selection is based on results on entrance examination. You as an applicant are placed in a selection group according to the instrument you apply for.
Read more about general entry requirements
Read the test description for the programme for information about the entrance examination content.
Language requirements
For this Master's programme there are no language requirements for admission. Although the language of instruction officially is Swedish, international students can, in most cases, get tuition in English.
Application dates and deadlines
2 December 2024
Application opens at universityadmissions.se
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15 January 2025
Application deadline and last day to rank your programmes and courses.
All applicants who have submitted an application will be given the opportunity to do the first stage of the entrance examinations.
16–17 January 2025
An email is sent to the email address you entered on universityadmissions.se with instructions on how to submit your test to KMH including the link for uploading Test 1. See the test description for information on what to submit.
27 January 2025
- Last day to upload Test 1 to KMH.
- Supporting documentation deadline. Last day to submit documentation to universityadmissions.se External link, opens in new window. and show that you meet the entry requirements.
- Deadline to document fee exempt status (EU/EEA) or pay the application fee (non EU/EEA). Fees, scholarships, residence permits (universityadmissions.se) External link, opens in new window.
12–19 February 2025
Results for Test 1 are sent via email. Passing applicants will receive information and invites to the next test.
8–16 March 2025
Entrance examinations during week 11 (and adjacent weekends).
10 April 2025
First notification of selection result. You must reply to keep your place/remain on the waiting list.
24 April 2025
Last day to reply to your offer and keep your place (applies to both admitted and applicants on waiting list). You do this on My pages on universityadmissions.se External link, opens in new window..
7 May 2025
Second notification of selection result.
25 August 2025
Introduction week and registration.
1 September 2025
Semester starts.
New student?
Welcome to KMH! On this page you will find a summary of what you need to know as a new student.
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Digital info meeting 8 January
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Do you want to know more about the programme and how to apply? Welcome to a digital info meeting on 8 January.