Master's Programme in Chamber Opera
fiber_manual_recordEducation level CreditsSecond cycle 120 credits
access_timeTime2 years full-time
location_onStudy locationVästerås
The Degree of Master of Fine Arts in Western Classical Music and Opera, specialising in Chamber Opera, is a full-time programme for two years. It is aimed at those who are passionate about being on stage and conveying opera through singing.
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Credits
120 credits
Education level
Second cycle
Study pace
Full-time
Study location
Västerås
Start
2026-08-31
Length
2 years
Teaching form
Normal teaching
Tutoring language
English
Application code
MDU-49003
Selection
Admission test
Requirements
A completed Degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music from an institution of higher education of three years or more, equivalent to 180 credits, and passed entrance examination. In addition English course 6 or English level 2 are required. A TOEFL test result, minimum score 575 with a TWE score of at least 4.5 (PBT) or 90 with a TWE score of at least 20 (iBT) or an IELTS test result with an overall band score of minimum 6.5 and no band score below 5.5 or equivalent is required.
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Tuition fee
For students outside EU/EEA
Per installment prior to each semester: null SEK
Annual tuition fee: 250000 SEK
Total programme fee: 500000 SEK
Apply autumn semester 2026, Västerås
About The Master's Programme in Chamber Opera
To begin the education in this multifaceted art form you must already have achieved an advanced level of vocal development and have wide expertise in the field as well as insight into current research and development work.
The Master of Fine Arts in Chamber Opera programme has a holistic view of what an opera singer needs in his or her future professional life. This means that in addition to vocal lessons, rehearsals and stage training at the highest level, you will also receive valuable tools
that will help you shape your music-making and form your artistic identity.
In addition to singing, lessons are offered in ensemble singing, lied interpretation, role rehearsals, fencing, stage fighting, dance, elocution lessons, opera improvisation, languages
and much more.
You will also gain insight into the codes that apply in the singing profession, for example, concert practice, audition technique, choice of repertoire, attire and attitude. This will prepare you for your future professional life as a professional opera singer.
Teachers with international experience
During the programme you will be taught by teachers and guest lecturers who belong to the top tier of the Swedish and international musical scene. Individual singing lessons are interspersed with joint weekly lessons. You will learn how to use your voice and your body to
portray different characters and convey feelings, thoughts and dramatic events.
Around fifty performances every year
The Academy of Music and Opera produces about 50 concerts and performances per year where you are given several opportunities to perform in front of audiences on different stages, in different instrument constellations and with repertoire from different stylistic periods. Some examples of venues are the Västmanland Theatre with 400 seats and orchestra pit, Västerås Concert Hall with 912 seats and top-level acoustics, the Hall of State
(Rikssalen) at Västerås Castle and Västerås Cathedral with 1100 seats.
Specially adapted premises at Västerås Slott
The Academy of Music and Opera’s premises are located in the historic Västerås Castle, with rehearsal rooms that are specially adapted for singing and music and that have long opening hours.
Entrance examination
Admission and selection to the Master of Fine Arts Programme in Western Classical Music and Opera, specialising in Chamber Opera, is done through an entrance examination.
Future and career
As an opera singer, you will have a creative and varied profession in ensembles, at opera houses or as a freelance musician.
Programme structure and content
Here you can see how the program’s content is divided into different subjects and which courses you will take each year of the program. If you study full-time, you will take 30 credits (hp) per semester. Some courses within a program may be mandatory, while others may be elective.
This is a preliminary content of the program. Courses and subjects may be subject to change.