Dresden University of Music Carl Maria von Weber
Dresden, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
The Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden (Dresden University of Music) is a state music conservatory in Dresden, Saxony, Germany. It offers Bachelor, Master, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines including instrumental performance, conducting, composition, music theory, jazz/rock/pop, and music pedagogy. The modern campus is located in the heart of Dresden, close to partner institutions such as the Semperoper and the Staatsphilharmonie.
Fields of study
- Music Performance
- Conducting
- Vocal Studies
- Piano
- String Instruments
- Wind Instruments
- Guitar
- Jazz, Rock and Pop
- Composition
- Music Theory
- Music Pedagogy
- Teacher Training in Music
- New Music
- Timpani and Percussion
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees apply to non-EU students who did not obtain their higher education entrance qualification in Germany and do not hold a permanent residence permit. EU students generally study free of charge. All students pay a semester fee (Semesterbeitrag) each semester, which includes a semester transport ticket. All applicants must pay an application processing fee.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Musikpädagogik (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master Neue Musik (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master Orchesterpraxis/Kurt Masur Akademie (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Nov 1, 2026 | Summer Semester 2027 |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.