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Conservatory of Music

Conservatory of Music

Your future

With our Bachelor degree in Music you are ready to work in the contemporary music scene

Start your career

We aim to train you to become a highly qualified artist. You can start working as an independent artist in the Netherlands or abroad. You could also start your career behind the scenes as a project manager or policy maker. Discover the possibilities.

Two students of the conservatory of music are performing with horn and clarinet

Where do our graduates work

Whether performing on international stages, composing original works, or collaborating with diverse artists, your training will empower you to succeed and innovate in the ever-evolving music industry.

Do you enjoy sharing your talent and knowledge with others? As a coach or music teacher, you will provide instrument lessons and guide students into their musical journey.

Do you have great organizational skills? After graduation, start working as a project manager in the music industry. Whether coordinating events, managing artists, or overseeing production, your time at Fontys Conservatory will prepare you to lead and innovate as a project manager.

Shape the future of the music industry! Your education will equip you to create impactful policies, advocate for artists, and drive industry standards.

Your versatile skills will allow you to collaborate with artists, record tracks, and perform in diverse genres.

Follow a master's degree or a post-hbo degree after your bachelor study programme

Want to develop specific skills even further? Then a master's degree might be something for you. Our Master of Music is a unique 2-year programme with a personal budget to tailor it according to your needs. With the guidance of your main professor, a personal career coach, and a research coach, you become a top-tier musician.

We also offer contract study programmes and a post-hbo Choir Conducting programme .

Deadline: March 30 (non-EEA) & May 11 (EEA) 2026

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Go over the entire admission process.

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Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Check out the entire admission process.

  • Start your orientation

    Have you attended a study orientation event already?

    Take a look at our orientation events
  • Register

    Register for this programme via Studielink.

    Studielink
  • Admission assessment

    For this programme, you will first complete an assessment. More information can be found under Requirements & application.

    Please note: You can only be admitted once you have successfully completed this.
  • Complete your payment

    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation.

    Everything about finances
  • Arrange student housing

    Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of international students. Fill in the housing application form before the deadline (June 15).

    More info about housing
  • End of August

    Get to know Fontys and your fellow students during Purple Introduction week.

    Take a look at your introduction programme
  • 1 September 2026

    Start study programme

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