Apply to Composition

Application in two steps

1. Apply at universityadmissions.se
2. Submit portfolio and personal letter

The University seeks applicants who demonstrate cognisance, introspection, and self-sufficiency in their artistry, in addition to high-level musical competence.

Apply

• Universityadmissions.se
  You submit your application via universityadmissions.se. The final date for applications is Friday 15 January 2027.

Portfolio

Your portfolio should consist of:

• Three original compositions as scores in PDF format.
• Recordings, either live performances or synthetic renderings, of the submitted compositions.
• A reflection, one A4 page, on the pieces and their sources of inspiration.
• A description, one A4 page, of the applicant's musical background, any desired area of specialization, future plans, and other relevant factors that the applicant wishes to highlight for the application.

The work sample should provide a comprehensive view of your artistic profile. Audio or audio/video files should preferably be provided as YouTube links. We do not accept downloadable links, such as those from "yousendit.com."

Submit work samples and statement no later than Sunday, March 7, 2027. Applicants must submit the following by Sunday, March 8, 2026, either via email to antagningsprovMUKOM@mailbox.ltu.se or by mail to Luleå University of Technology in Piteå, Box 744, 941 63 Piteå. Mark the envelope with "Master Composition."

Interview

A personal interview based on the portfolio will be conducted via video meeting after the portfolio has been reviewed.