Acoustics and Technology of Musical Instrument Design
West Saxon University of Applied Sciences of Zwickau
Course Overview
West Saxon University of Applied Sciences of Zwickau
Acoustics and Technology of Musical Instrument Design
Zwickau
Master of engineering
German
Winter semester only
2 semesters
Selection procedure
Why Choose This Program?
Course Description & Modules
Course Description
Area of Study: Restoration, Design Focus: Musical Acoustics, Modern Technologies for Musical Instrument Technology, Sound Engineering, Special Restoration Techniques, Historical Instrument Making and Technologies Used
Admission Requirements & Process
Application Process
german Students
Applicants with German University Entrance Certificates should apply directly through the university's application portal.
european Students
EU nationals should apply via uni-assist e.V. for most programs, except for specific courses requiring direct application through the university's portal.
international Students
Non-EU nationals must apply through uni-assist e.V., except for certain programs that require direct application to the university.
Language Requirements
Main Language
GERMAN
Language Requirements
German
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TestDaF | 2 x Level 3 (written/oral expression) and 2 x Level 4 (listening/reading comprehension) |
| DSH | DSH-2 |
| Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD) | Level 2 |
| Goethe-Certificate | C1 or C2 |
| telc Deutsch | C1 Hochschule or C2 Hochschule |
| Feststellungsprüfung (FSP) | Passed partial exam German in FSP certificate |
English
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|
Program Languages
Main: German
Application Deadlines & How to Apply
winter semester
German Students
Deadline: 31 July (admission free programmes), 30 April (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: Applicants with German University Entrance Certificates should apply directly through the university's application portal.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 31 July (admission free programmes), 30 April (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: EU nationals should apply via uni-assist e.V. for most programs, except for specific courses requiring direct application through the university's portal.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 30 June (admission free programmes), 30 April (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: Non-EU nationals must apply through uni-assist e.V., except for certain programs that require direct application to the university.
summer semester
German Students
Deadline: 31 December (admission free programmes), 30 November (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: Applicants with German University Entrance Certificates should apply directly through the university's application portal.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 31 December (admission free programmes), 30 November (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: EU nationals should apply via uni-assist e.V. for most programs, except for specific courses requiring direct application through the university's portal.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 30 November (admission free programmes), 30 November (admission restricted programmes)
How to Apply: Non-EU nationals must apply through uni-assist e.V., except for certain programs that require direct application to the university.
Scholarships at West Saxon University of Applied Sciences of Zwickau
Aufstiegsstipendium (Advancement Scholarship)
Awarded by: Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Eligibility: For professionals with completed vocational training and at least two years of professional experience who want to start their first university degree.
Deadline: Rolling admission
Apply NowScholarship of the 'Gleichstellung' (Equal Opportunities)
Awarded by: Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau
Eligibility: For female students in STEM subjects to support their academic career, e.g. through travel grants for conferences.
Deadline: Rolling admission
Apply NowESF Plus Doctoral Scholarship
Awarded by: Saxon State Ministry for Science, Culture and Tourism (SMWK) and European Social Fund (ESF)
Eligibility: Doctoral candidates at WHZ whose research contributes to innovation in Saxony, particularly in STEM fields, applied research, sustainability, ICT, demographic change, or Saxon history and culture.
Deadline: 12 August
Apply NowPROMOS Scholarship
Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: WHZ students planning to undertake study or internship stays abroad for up to 6 months, with appropriate academic performance and sufficient language skills.
Deadline: 31 March and 30 September
Apply NowBIDS Partial Scholarship
Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: For high-achieving graduates from PASCH schools (German schools abroad and partner schools) who are about to begin their studies at WHZ.
Deadline: 20 April
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Initiatives to support regional economic growth and assist SMEs in expanding their markets.