Master i Rytmisk Musikk

At University of Agder, the application deadline for the Jul 2027 intake is Apr 15, 2027; tuition comes to 63,000 NOK per year.

Students at the Institutt for rytmisk musikk, one of Norway's oldest and largest environments for popular music, can explore both experimental and traditional expressions, practice, and theory. Institutt for rytmisk musikk was awarded the status of Senter for fremragende utdanning for the project Creative Use of Technology in Music Education (CreaTeME) in 2022. Courses are taught in Norwegian, though some may be offered in English.

This master's program offers five specializations: Performing Music, Electronic Music, World Music, Songwriting, and Music Business and Management. Each specialization encourages students to develop their artistic and technical skills, with an emphasis on practical and theoretical understanding. The program prepares students for advanced and professional roles in the music industry, fostering a deep understanding of the dynamics between various roles, functions, and institutions in the music industry.

University of Agder sits on Norway's southern coast with campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad. Although it officially became a university in 2007, its academic roots extend back to the 19th century, and today it serves over 14,000 students. The institution promotes an open, collaborative culture that connects staff, students and the wider community, making it a welcoming choice for international learners seeking a student-centered environment in a compact Scandinavian city.

Academically, UiA balances teaching and research across applied sciences, social sciences, education and the arts, with an emphasis on collaboration and problem solving. Internationalisation is central to the university's strategy: UiA maintains hundreds of exchange agreements and receives exchange students each year, while offering research projects that invite student participation. Practical learning, close faculty contact and opportunities to join cross-disciplinary projects are core strengths.

Student life in Kristiansand combines safe campus living with coastal leisure, efficient public transport and easy access to nature. Support services for international students include orientation programs, language support and guidance on housing and internships. Prospective students should explore program-specific entry requirements and take advantage of UiA's exchange and research options to shape a study path that combines regional engagement with global perspectives.