Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

Where world-class artistry meets the future of music.

📍 Helsinki, Finland 🇫🇮

Quick Facts about Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

  • Tuition: $12,000 – $18,000/year
  • Intakes: Fall, Spring

Information for International Students at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki in Helsinki, Finland welcomes international students.

  • No visa support offered
  • No on-campus work
  • Student housing available

Programs at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki (16 programs)

Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki offers 16 programs across Bachelor, Master, PhD levels.

Bachelor Programs (4)

  • Cultural Study of Music, Bachelor (BA) — 36 months · Finnish · Scholarship available
    This program provides versatile capabilities for working in different musical and cultural fields, emphasizing knowledge of the music and cultural sector, critical thinking, and the ethical foundations of art and research. Specialization can include the music industry, cultural policy, cultural entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage.
    Field: Arts management and curating
    Career outcomes: Journalist, Critic, Curator, Roles in music and cultural organizations, Administration, Intermediary roles
    Deadline: Supplementary application round from June 16 to July 7, 2025.
  • Classical Music Performance (various instruments and voice) (BMus) — 36 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    This encompasses various instrumental and vocal studies within classical music, including orchestral instruments, piano, guitar, kantele, accordion, organ, and early music.
    Field: Classical music
    Career outcomes: Soloist, Chamber musician, Orchestra musician, Music pedagogue
    Deadline: Application period typically in January (e.g., January 7-21, 2026), with supporting documents due later in January.
  • Composition, Bachelor (BMus) — 36 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    Students study composition, harmony, voice leading, music analysis, and instrumentation.
    Field: Composition
    Career outcomes: Composer, Teacher, Musician, Writer, Expert roles requiring profound musical knowledge
    Deadline: Next possible application period is January 2026.
  • Music Theory, Bachelor (BMus) — 36 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    This program focuses on harmony and voice leading, music analysis, instrumentation, and instrument studies. Bachelor's students also study aural skills and music history.
    Field: Theoretical studies
    Career outcomes: Specialist positions requiring profound musical knowledge, Teachers, Journalists, Researchers, Musicians
    Deadline: Next possible application period is January 2026.

Master Programs (10)

  • Composition, Master (MMus) — 24 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    Students study composition, harmony, voice leading, music analysis, and instrumentation. The master's program focuses on deepening professional expertise and developing a personal identity as a composer. Students can also take courses from other Uniarts Helsinki academies.
    Field: Composition
    Career outcomes: Professional composer, Teacher, Musician, Writer, Expert roles requiring profound musical knowledge
    Deadline: Next possible application period is January 2026.
  • Arts Management, Society and Creative Entrepreneurship (MA) — 24 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This program focuses on arts management, societal impact, and creative entrepreneurship.
    Field: Arts management and curating
  • Master's Programme in Opera (MMus) — 30 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    This program, conducted in English, allows students to develop their opera singing skills under expert guidance, becoming part of a unique community. It provides artistic competence for stage performance and a broad understanding of music, fostering international cooperation and networking.
    Field: Vocal Arts and Opera
    Career outcomes: Artistic competence to perform on stage, Opportunities to cooperate with international partners, Build global networks
    Deadline: Application period typically in January (e.g., January 7-21, 2026), with supporting documents due later in January.
  • Global Music, Master (MMus) — 30 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This program focuses on global music traditions and practices.
    Field: Folk and Global Music
  • Music Education (MMus) — 24 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This program prepares students for various roles in music education.
    Field: Education and pedagogy
  • Music Theory, Master (MMus) — 24 months · English · €28,000/yr · Scholarship available
    This program focuses on harmony and voice leading, music analysis, instrumentation, and instrument studies. Master's students deepen their understanding of music research and their personal research field.
    Field: Theoretical studies
    Career outcomes: Specialist positions requiring profound musical knowledge, Teachers, Journalists, Researchers, Musicians
    Deadline: Next possible application period is January 2026.
  • Nordic Master in Jazz (NOMAZZ) (MMus) — 30 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This is a joint Nordic Master's program in Jazz.
    Field: Jazz music
  • Church Music (MMus) — 30 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This program provides competence for church musician posts within the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland or allows focus on areas like early childhood education, solo musicianship, gospel music, or choral conducting.
    Field: Church music
  • Nordic Master in Folk Music (NoFo) (MMus) — 30 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    This is a joint Nordic Master's program in Folk Music.
    Field: Folk and Global Music
  • Conducting (MMus) — 24 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    Students can study symphony or wind orchestra conducting or choral conducting under internationally acclaimed teachers.
    Field: Conducting

PhD Programs (1)

  • Doctoral Programs (DMus) — 48 months · English · $5,400/yr · Scholarship available
    Doctoral programs aim to develop students' skills for high-quality artistic expression, knowledge production through art and research, and engagement with the art community and wider society. They also focus on producing high-quality knowledge, interacting with the academic community, and strengthening scientific research. The applied studies program focuses on developing professionals and contributing to their field through music-related research and development projects.
    Field: Music
    Career outcomes: Demanding art research positions, Development positions, Educational positions, Societal influencers, Artistic careers, Teaching roles, Research roles
    Deadline: Typically in January (e.g., January 7-21, 2026)

Scholarships & Tuition at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

Annual tuition for international students: $12,000 – $18,000/year

Visit the university's financial aid page for the latest scholarship information.

Campus & Facilities at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

  • Student housing available
  • No sports facilities
  • No disability support info

Key Highlights

  • One of Europe’s largest music academies
  • Part of University of the Arts Helsinki
  • Named after composer Jean Sibelius
  • World-class music education and artistic research
  • International community of students and teachers
  • Prestigious training for professional musicians

Fields of Study at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

  • Music
  • Performing Arts

Frequently Asked Questions about Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

What is Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki?

Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki is a university located in Helsinki, Finland. .

How much does it cost to study at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki?

Tuition fees at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki for international students range from $12,000 – $18,000/year.

How many programs does Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki offer?

Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki offers 16 programs: 4 Bachelor's, 10 Master's, and 1 PhD programs across various fields of study.

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