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Courses are taught in French, and a minimum level of proficiency is required.

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the recommended level is B2.

A good command of French is essential for passing certain exams successfully.

In addition to demonstrating instrumental skills, applicants to the Bachelor’s programme must also demonstrate solid theoretical knowledge. All candidates who pass the instrumental or vocal audition must take a theory test.

This will be held remotely and a personalised invitation will be sent by email.

Examples of expected skills:

• Music theory test classic (.pdf)
• Music theory test jazz (.pdf)

> Schedule for the Bachelor's theory exams (French) (.pdf)

For on-site exams, a confirmation of registration will be sent no later than 15 days before the test. This will indicate the date, location and time of the test.

Please refer to the conditions in the “Prerequisites for Bachelor's / Master's Applications” section below.

The jury decides on admission and assigns one of the following outcomes: “admitted,” “eligible,” or “not eligible.” A “not eligible” result indicates that the required level to join HEMU has not been reached.

Results are communicated by email the day after the exams.

Admitted candidates must confirm their enrollment by 31 May at the latest. They will receive a letter detailing the registration procedures during the summer.

> Bachelor's and Master's study regulations (French) (.pdf)

Candidates must hold a certificate granting access to higher education or an equivalent qualification to be eligible. There is no age limit.

Exceptions to these requirements may be granted to exceptional cases to candidates demonstrating outstanding talent.
> Admission regulations for the Bachelor's degree in Music and Performing Arts at HES-SO (French) (.pdf)
> Competencies for admission to the Bachelor's degree (French) (.pdf)

Exam repertoires

Classical – Instrumental / Vocal:
> Admission Competition Repertoire (French) (.pdf)

Jazz – Instrumental / Vocal:
> Conditions d'admission Bachelor jazz - 2025Bachelor of Jazz Admission Requirement 2025 (French) (.pdf)

Pop Music – Creative Performer:
> Admission Requirements for Pop Music 2025 (French) (.pdf)

MUSEC – Musique à l'école:
> Bachelor of Music Education Admission Programme (French) (.pdf)

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Music from a Swiss university or an equivalent qualification to be eligible. There is no age limit.

> Admission regulations for the Master's degree in Music and Performing Arts at HES-SO (French) (.pdf)
> Admission requiremetns for the Master's degree in Music Pedagogy (French) (.pdf)
> Admission requirements for the Second Master’s degree (coming soon)
> Competencies for Admission to the Master's degree (french) (.pdf)

Exam repertoires

Classical – Music Performance and Specialized Music Performance:
> Admission Competition Repertoire (French) (.pdf)

Jazz – Music Performance:
> Master of Jazz Admission Requirements 2025 (French) (.pdf)

Master of Music Pedagogy:
> Admission Competition Repertoire (French) (.pdf)
> Master of Instrumental/Vocal Pedogogy: Second portofolio to be prepared by 1 March 2025 (French) (.pdf)

MUSEC – Musique à l'école
> Master of Music Education Admission Programme (French) (.pdf)

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