Bachelor's

Music, Folk- and World Music

Learn more about studying Music, Folk- and World Music as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    195,000SEK
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #71

Program overview

What Lund University says about their program:

The Bachelor’s Programme in Music aims to educate musicians and composers who possess good artistic and professional qualities. Upon completion of the programme, the student must have adequate knowledge and skill to be able to comfortably work with the musical profession’s various forms: either as a soloist, a member of an established ensemble and/ or independent projects. The student must also have developed the skills necessary for continued or in-depth studies that are to a great degree autonomous.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    IELTS total score 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5).

  • TOEFL

    TOEFL internet-based total score 90 (with a written test score of 20).

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    IELTS total score 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5).

  • TOEFL

    TOEFL internet-based total score 90 (with a written test score of 20).

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

We are not aware of any specific A levels, IB or GPA grading score requirements for this program.

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Additional requirements

Documents

  • Submit official upper-secondary certificates and transcripts that demonstrate general eligibility and any required subjects.

Selection

  • Selection is based on an audition.

Tests and examinations

  • For UK qualifications, general eligibility requires at least two GCE A levels plus GCSE/IGCSE/Ordinary Level qualifications in at least five subjects overall.
  • An International Baccalaureate Diploma is accepted for general eligibility.
  • A School of Music entrance test is required.

How to apply

  • University Admissions in Sweden

    Fixed deadline
    Application fee900.00 SEK - paid to University Admissions in Sweden
    Fee waiverNot stated for this route
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Scholarships at Lund University

  • Lund University Global Scholarship

    Official page

    Selective merit-based scholarship for high-achieving international students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who must pay tuition fees. It may cover part or all of tuition fees and is exceptionally available for selected bachelors programmes in Development Studies, Mathematics, Physics and Physical Geography; living costs are not covered. Applicants must apply to Lund as first choice and submit a separate scholarship application.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Lund University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Lund University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Lund University?

Category Cost  (in Swedish Krona)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centrekr 9,385
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centrekr 6,880
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)kr 778
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)kr 408
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)kr 251
Monthly public transport passkr 634
Monthly grocery basketkr 3,707
Books and study supplies (monthly)kr 750
Coffee shop drinkkr 47
Cinema or cultural event ticketkr 155
Gym membershipkr 372

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and studyinsweden.se (Official statistics).

Visa requirements for Lund University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Lund University.

Sweden student visa requirements