StudyQA — Master: Music — Bilkent University

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The aim of the graduate program is to train professional artists in the areas of performance, creativity and research. Students have the opportunity to study and develop under the guidance of internationally renowned artists at the Faculty, and to display their development professionally through presentations, recitals, concerts as well as live and studio recordings.

Music Performance and Interpretation majors are invited for selected events to perform with the Bilkent Symphony Orchestra and Composition majors works are widely presented by the Faculties professional ensembles.

These public appearances and recordings are organized by the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts to equip the student with advanced professional experience, thereby widening their horizons in the artistic world. Ph.D. candidates are offered a program that emphasizes research in addition to music performance and creation.

Program offers a single track curriculum comprising major fields in; Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Harp, Piano, Classical Guitar, Violin, Viola, Violoncello, Double-bass, Operatic Voice and Chamber Music.

CURRICULUMCourses

Course Name

* Academic Practices
* Department Seminar
* Department Electives (2)
* Graduate Elective
* Group I Restricted Electives (8)

Degree Requirements

Standing:3.00 CGPA

Requirement:Minimum grade of "B" from MSG 541 jury assessed lecture-concert performance and recording.

Thesis:Not applicable.

Admission requirements common to programs include a Bachelor's degree (non-music majors accepted) with a standing of 3.00 CGPA for scholarship applicants. English Language Proficiency, Reference letters, Admission Interview, Admission Recital, Composition or Theory Portfolio Review, Music Theory and History Assessment. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 82

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✔️ Flexible study schedule
✔️ Experienced teachers
✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Currently about 80% of the graduate students receive financial support. Financial assistance is provided in the form of a tuition waiver or a tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend. The amount of the stipend is adjusted annually to cover changes in the cost of living.

Both admission and financial assistance are based on academic accomplishment and scholarly promise alone, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin or physical disabilities.