Compositions BA
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About the program:
Composition BA is a three-year bachelor's degree program (BA) divided into three elective areas with two different admission channels:
- Composition and theory
- Open-area composition
- Compositions of electronic media
Students apply for the program with the elective fields Open-area composing, Composition and theory or Compositions of electronic media in mind. The first year is common in the electoral areas Open-area composition and Compositions and -theory, and their students can therefore take a position on whether they want to change their field of election end of Year 1.
As the program develops, students are given more scope to attend courses and acquire knowledge outside the ideal field they originally enrolled in.
Study structure:
In all the ideal areas, the focus is on the compositional methods of the 20th and 21st centuries, although with resistance in traditional music, sound and sound theory. It is also possible to seek cooperation with the students of other departments of the University of the Arts, for example in diverse projects within other departments, such as performing arts, film arts and design departments.
In the field of choice Composition and - theory, music writing forms the basis of the program Students study music theory, music literature and instrumental theory while also giving insight into new instrumental techniques and the world of electronic music Academic courses reflect diverse musical language, composition techniques, and the conceptual and aesthetic of 20th and 21st century students work closely with the faculty's instrumental and vocal students, that collaboration is realized in track concerts held at the end of each semester As the program progresses, students are allowed to compose for, and work with, professional musicians who have specialized in performing new music.
The open area Composition Polling Division offers students further scope for collaboration and research within composition Students are also introduced to experimental music and methods across the arts In addition, students are offered the opportunity to choose courses in electronic media composition or in other departments of the school depending on their field of interest. Students work closely with the faculty's instrumental and vocal students, that collaboration is realized in track concerts held at the end of each semester As the program progresses, students are allowed to compose for, and work with, professional musicians who have specialized in performing new music.
In the ideal field Composition of electronic media, students learn the foundations of sound design, phonology and music programming In group and private composition lessons, the compositional methods of electronic and computer music are emphasized. Furthermore, different possibilities in writing, interactivity and communication of music are studied, as well as the emphasis is placed on collaboration with other students and skills in performance, which is realized in track concerts at the end of each semester.
After completing his studies:
Composition studies are intended to provide students with the necessary foundation to attend continuing studies at master's level at the Iceland Academy of the Arts as well as foreign universities. Students who choose to focus on teaching can also enroll in a master's program in art education at LHÍ (MA/Mus.Ed(MT)).
Application and admission process
The application for studying at the Iceland Academy of the Arts is filled out in the application portal
The application process is in two steps: in the first step, the application is filled in with supporting documents and an application fee is paid. The second step is an admission process.
If the number of applicants who meet the admission requirements for study programs is below the minimum criteria will not be included in the course for the coming school year. Are applicants informed of this as soon as possible and the registration fee refunded, if it has been paid.
Open for applications
January 14, 2026
Application deadline
13 April 2026
Applications answered
May /June 2026
Price list
Instructions
The following supporting documents must accompany the application of bachelor's studies in composition:
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1. Cover letter
DutyÍ cover letter takes applicant average otherwise forward each is impetus applications í person study path, and how applicant sees for sees that utilize the study.
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2nd Career Folder
DutyApplicants about learning í compositions shall return in electronic career folder which loaded is up into the application portal.
Applicants í the electoral areas Compositions and -theory and Compositions á open area return in music á notes plus sound example there which that á we.
Applicants í the electoral field Compositions electronic media need only that return sound examples. Also shall follow short written description á work processes/composition methods and inspiration which lie back the sound examples.
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3.Audio
obligationApplicants are asked to submit a certified copy of a diploma from secondary school as well as a study history summary from a music school if applicable.a) Scan original diplomas and attach to the application orb) Get a certified copy of the diplomas with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application.c) Get a certified copy of the previous music education if applicable (a copy of the latest pass exam that has been passed) with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application. -
4. Links
Applicants can submit links off music and music performance.
Admission process
The admission process takes place in three stages:
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1. Position test in musicology subjects/technical survey
DutyCompositions and -Theory
Compositions on open areaApplicants í Compositions and -fspeech or Compositions á open area are invited í status test í musicology subjects. The placement tests go forward Friday, April 24, 2026, between 9-13 am.
Sample off status tests í musicology subjects may approaching here that below.Note Applicants can be accepted to a program on the condition that they attend and pass a summer course in acoustics, which is taught on the afternoon of 2x a week and lasts for 6 weeks from the middle of May 2026.
Compositions of electronic media
Applicants for electronic media are invited to a technical survey that takes place in April 2026.
Technical interviews are a platform to demonstrate the applicant's practical status in terms of skills and competence in sound processing and experience working in a recording studio. -
2. Admission interview
Interviews of selected candidates take place in April 2026.
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3. Results presented
The results of the application process are presented and a reply letter to the applicants sent in May/June 2026.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Tónsmíðar BA are divided into general and specific admission requirements, but applicants must have completed a matriculation exam or similar program.
General admission requirements:
General admission requirements are a matriculation certificate, a final exam from a secondary school at the third qualification level, a similar exam from a foreign secondary school, or a minimum of 60 ECTS credits from an accredited university Applications must be accompanied by a certified copy of the diplomas and a certified copy of the study history summary.
Admission to the school may be granted to those applicants who have knowledge and experience that is considered adequate preparation for bachelor's degree studies at the school. See more details „exemptions for admission“
Admission committees evaluate applications based on submitted data as well as interviews and/or entrance exams in the relevant areas. The dean appoints an admissions committee for each study path in consultation with the subject manager and the admissions committees work according to the procedures presented to the applicants.
Specific admission requirements:
Ithe music department's admission requirements are advanced music exams or similar qualifications.
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Areas of choice: Composition and - Studies, Open Area Composition
DutyTargeted is we that applicants have finished matriculation exam or comparable learning. Also is done advice for that students have finished learning í classical acoustics I and general music history á advanced level. Everyone applicants fatigue status test í music theory, acoustics and tone hearing. Sound student admission though conclusion status test í acoustics see unsatisfactory is conditional that person apply precursor summer course í acoustics á roads music department í acoustics. Not is executed status test í music history and because is type claim about that because learning have when been finished.
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Field of election: Composition of electronic media
DutyTargeted is we that applicants have finished matriculation exam or comparable learning. Also is done advice for that students have finished learning í electronic music á secondary school level or have comparable skill. Admission Committee heralds power uapplicants í interview and technical survey. Technical survey is venue to that show forward á practically skill and competence í audio processing and experience off work í studio.
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Exemptions
Admission to the school may be granted to applicants with knowledge and experiencewhich is considered adequate preparation for bachelor's studies at the school.Applicants who do not meet the general admission requirements can apply for an exemption if they havecompleted, for example, numerous credits at secondary school level, completed other final exams such as on 4.qualification level or have other preparation that can prepare the person for studies onuniversity level in the relevant study path. Applications for exemption from generaladmission requirements are assessed by professionals within the relevant department The result of the assessment ofexemption applications are final. When evaluating applications, synergistic factors are consideredregarding grades in studies at secondary school level, education in arts, further education,work experience and participation in social work Each case is examined separately and can interactthese factors affected the outcome Applicants are encouraged to account for all of itwhich they believe may be subject to their application for exemption from general admission requirementsprogress.Admission committees evaluate applications based on submitted data as well as interviews and/or entrance examsthe fields that apply. The dean appoints an admissions committee for each study path in consultation withprofessional managers and admissions committees work according to the procedures presented to applicants.