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Bachelor Jazz & Pop

ArtEZ University of the Arts (ArtEZ Academy of Music) · Arnhem, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishNo CAO points neededSelectiveArts academyAuditionTheory test
Duration4 years
StartsSept 2027
EntrySelective
Deadline (EU)15 April 2027
EU fee 2026/27€2,694 / yr

About the course

A practical, English-taught four-year music degree (240 ECTS) at an arts academy for jazz and pop instrumentalists and vocalists, focused on performance, ensemble playing and building a professional music career. The programme starts on 6 September 2027.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • The institution assesses the Irish Leaving Certificate individually and does not publish a fixed Irish requirement. Contact admissions to confirm.
  • No specific subject requirements. Entry is by a three-part entrance exam: pre-selection by three audition videos, a live audition with at least two other musicians (setlist of five contrasting pieces), and a music theory and aural test.
  • You must meet ArtEZ’s English language requirement for English-taught programmes; contact Student Affairs to confirm what evidence is accepted.

How to apply

  1. Apply on StudielinkApply from 1 October 2026 and by 15 April 2027 (EU/EEA), including the follow-up application form.
  2. Pre-selection videosUpload three audition videos to the ArtEZ admissions portal.
  3. Audition and theory testLive audition in Arnhem (30 March to 1 April or 31 May to 11 June 2027) plus a theory and aural test. If you live more than 500 km from Arnhem you can ask for an online exam.
  4. Decision and enrolmentAccept your offer and meet enrolment conditions by 31 August 2027.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 15 April 2027 for EU/EEA applicants (1 February 2027 for non-EU/EEA). The deadline applies both to your Studielink application and to the application form you receive afterwards by email. Entrance exams: 30 March to 1 April 2027 and 31 May to 11 June 2027..

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Selective course: you must pass the audition and theory test to get a place. Admission is valid only for the academic year straight after the entrance exam.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityArnhem
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNot published
EntrySelective
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Checked against the official ArtEZ website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Always confirm details with the university before applying.