University of Church Music of the Protestant Lutheran Regional Church in Saxony Numerus Clausus

University of Church Music of the Protestant Lutheran Regional Church in Saxony: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

University of Church Music of the Protestant Lutheran Regional Church in Saxony

The Dresden College of Church Music is a state-recognized institution of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Saxony, founded in 1949 and located on the scenic Käthe-Kollwitz-Ufer in Dresden, Germany. With around 600 students, it offers an intimate learning environment and a comprehensive curriculum in church music, including organ, choral conducting, composition, and liturgical studies. Known for its strong practical focus, the College provides students with valuable performance opportunities through collaborations with leading ensembles such as the Staatskapelle Dresden, Semperoper, and Dresden Philharmonic. Guided by accomplished faculty closely connected to the Evangelical Lutheran Church, students benefit from both academic excellence and active engagement in the church music community.

Type

Academy of Fine Arts (run by church (state-approved))

of international students

No data provided

No. of students (2023)

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at University of Church Music of the Protestant Lutheran Regional Church in Saxony

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).