Artistic research preparation, Western classical music

Education facts

Code: KOAV04

The course treats artistic research in relation to artistic processes, methods, and forms of knowledge, and includes in-depth study of artistic research methodology with a focus on documentation, analysis, and communication of the processes of musical performance. Students discuss and review each other's project plans in seminars, and previous independent projects and research and development efforts in the area of musical performance are presented. Gender equality and sustainable development are taken into account, especially through a fair distribution of coursework and equal treatment independent of gender, ethnicity, and so on, as well as a well-structured course content which is relevant and sustainable for future professional activities. Instruction is in the form of group lessons and seminars.

Entry requirements

A degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in music (180 credits), a passing grade for an entrance test, plus upper secondary level English 6 or B, or equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Artistic research preparation, Western classical music

  Karlstad University

  Arvika

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 10 %