Overview

Key Features

Since the Music Composition department at Seoul National University was established, professors and students have continued to actively write and perform music and have become pioneers in the field of composition in Korea. In 2004, a doctoral program was formed and a higher standard for composition education was set.

The composition and conducting majors are taught in a systematic way in order to prepare them for their specialized careers.eated. The composition and conducting majors are taught in a systematic way in order to prepare them for their specialized careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Korean Music

Minor Instrument

Training for Music Software

Harmony and Counterpoint

Sight Singing and Ear Training

Keyboard Harmony

Harmony and Counterpoint

History of Western Music

Keyboard Harmony

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-10 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seoul, South Korea

Disciplines

Music Composition View 4 other Masters in Music Composition in South Korea

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Print out after completing online application

Personal Statement and Study Plan

Two Letters of Recommendation from two different professors with stamp or signature on sealed envelope

Official Bachelor's Transcript and Degree or Graduation Certificate

Official Master's Transcript and Degree or Graduation Certificate

A Copy of the Applicant's Passport

Copies of both parents' passports

Official document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant and parents

Financial Certification

Additional materials required to applicants for programs in Fine Arts, Music, Physical Education, Music Education Major or Fine Arts Education Major

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10396000 KRW / year

≈ 10396000 KRW / year

Living costs

Seoul

South Korea

1853935 - 1761654 KRW / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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