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Skoða vefinn á ÍslenskuComposition BA
The composition course at LHÍ is a diverse course that aims to educate students in the main aspects of contemporary compositional methods and techniques. Powerful, modern and progressive learning.
Information is provided in Icelandic for study programs that have Icelandic as the primary language of instruction.
About the programme
The composition program at the Iceland Academy of the Arts offers two main options: instrumental compositions og new media compositions. In both cases, the focus is on 20th and 21st century compositional methods, although with a focus on traditional music and acoustics. Composition students are encouraged to work closely with fellow students and the faculty's instrumental and vocal students, and this collaboration is crystallized in the field concerts held at the end of each semester. Close collaboration with students from other faculties of the Academy of the Arts is also offered, for example in diverse projects for playwrights, actors and dancers.
Study structure
Composition is a three-year bachelor's degree (BA). Instrumental compositions are based on traditional notation. Students study acoustics, music literature and instrumentation, but are also given an insight into new instrument technology and the world of electronic music. Academic courses reflect diverse musical languages, compositional techniques and 20th and 21st century ideas and aesthetics. Furthermore, students are offered to choose courses in new media composition and other departments of the school. As the program progresses, there is also the opportunity to compose for, and work with, the school's choir and professional musicians who specialize in the performance of new music. Students are also invited to compose for the Youth Symphony Orchestra.
In new media composition, students learn the basics of sound design, acoustics and music programming. At the same time, different possibilities in writing, interactivity and communication of music are investigated. In group lessons and private composition lessons, emphasis is placed on the compositional methods of electronic and computer music, experimental music and methods across art forms.
After graduation
The composition program is intended to provide students with the necessary foundation to pursue further master's degree studies at both the Iceland Academy of the Arts and foreign universities. Students who choose to focus on teaching can also enroll in the Master's program in Art Education (M.Ed) at the Icelandic Academy of the Arts.
Application and admission process
The application to study at the Iceland University of the Arts is filled out application portal
The application process consists of two steps: in the first step, the application is filled out with supporting documents and the application fee is paid. The second step is the intake process.
Open for applications
10. February 2025
Application deadline
April 8th, 2025
Applications answered
May / June 2025
Price list
Instructions
The following supporting documents must accompany the application for a bachelor's program in composition:
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1. Cover letter
RequiredÍ cover letter takes applicant among otherwise fram each er incentive applications í the person concerned study path, og how applicant see for see that use the study.
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2. Career folder
RequiredApplicants um a request í compositions shall return inn electronics ferilfolder PULL loaded er up inside the application portal. Applicants í instrumental compositions return inn music á notes as well as sound example there PULL that á we. New media need only that return sound examples. Also supports follow short in writing description á work processes/compositional methods og inspiration PULL lie down behind the sound examples.
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3. Exam certificate
dutyApplicants are asked to submit a certified copy of their high school diploma as well as a curriculum vitae from a music school, if applicable.a) Scan originals of diplomas and attach them to the application orb) Get certified copies of diplomas with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application.c) Get a certified copy of your previous music studies if applicable (copy of the most recent level test that has been taken) with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application. -
4. Links
Applicants can submit links af music og music performance.
Admission process
The admission process is in the following stages:
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1. Placement test in musicology subjects / technical interview
RequiredInstrumental compositions
Applicants for instrumental composition are invited to a position test in composition subjects. The placement tests will take place May 2, 2025. A sample af position exams í musicology subjects has approacht Heyr að downn.
New media
Applicants for new media are invited to a technical interview that will take place on the 23rd-25th. April 2025. Technical interviews eru platform for that show fram á practically status applicant what concerns skill og competence í sound processing og experience af work í recording studio.
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2. Admission interview
Interviews of selected candidates will take place on 30 April 2025.
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3. Results presented
The results of the application process will be announced and a reply letter will be sent to the applicants in May/June 2025.
admission requirements
Admission requirements are not the same for instrumental composition and new media, but applicants for both programs must have completed a matriculation exam or equivalent.
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Specific entry requirements for instrumental composition
Requiredauk matriculation examination er mbusy er we that applicants are that the smallest bones with miexam í music theory, en skill er also Metin with stestum.
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Specific entry requirements for new media
Requiredauk matriculation examination er gearth er demand um skill á sound processing PULL will be Metin í technical interviews.
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Exemptions
The University of the Arts is authorized to grant admission to the school to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered adequate preparation for a bachelor's degree program at the school. However, it is assumed that applicants have completed no fewer than 105 units from the old system of the upper secondary school level or 150 upper secondary school units according to the new system.
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