Year Study in Music

Music Certificate Program

The University of Inland Norway offers an Årsstudium i musikk. This is a one-year certificate or diploma program. It focuses on practical and theoretical music education. Students develop skills on their main instrument. The program is taught in Norwegian (NO).

What You Will Study

The program emphasizes hands-on music performance. Students will practice and perform music in various groups. This includes bands, ensembles, and choirs. Study also covers music theory and musicology. It explores music's role in society and schools. Teachers are experienced performers and researchers. The program is part of an active music scene in Hamar.

Admission and Dates

The program lasts for one academic year. It requires 60 study credits. The study is full-time. It starts in August. The ordinary application deadline is April 15, 2026. Applicants need general university admission. Admission can also be based on prior learning. The deadline for prior learning applications is March 1.

Further Opportunities

This certificate program can lead to further studies. It may qualify applicants for the second year of a Bachelor in Music Communication. It can also lead to teacher education in practical and aesthetic subjects, with a music specialization. An entrance exam is required for these bachelor programs. The program can also count as an elective in a bachelor's degree.

The University of Inland Norway is located in Norway. It offers flexible education across six campuses. These campuses are Blæstad, Elverum, Evenstad, Hamar, Lillehammer, and Rena. The university also offers teaching in Kongsvinger and Tynset. It provides bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. Shorter courses and year-long studies are also available. The university has a total of 15,257 students.

Research at the university is closely linked to its education programs. This ensures education is research-based. The university contributes new knowledge to important societal areas. It has a practical research profile. This supports knowledge-based working life and innovation. The university collaborates nationally and internationally. It offers English-language programs to attract international students. Many students also study abroad.

The University of Inland Norway is a key competence institution in its region. It actively collaborates with employers and society in Innlandet. The university is re-certified as a Miljøfyrtårn. This applies to the institution and all its study locations. It is known for hosting a prestigious research conference in leadership and business economics.