The Preparatory course in Music lasts one or two years and is usually taken alongside the final years of your secondary education (years 4 and 5 of havo, and years 5 and 6 of vwo) or as an independent course if you have already attained your secondary education diploma. The programme enables you to prepare thoroughly for Codarts’ higher professional music courses. You will be taught by conservatoire lecturers and will follow a weekly main subject lesson and a weekly theory class. For Jazz, you will also take one ensemble class per week.

Please note: this Preparatory Programme in Music is different from the Codarts Lyceum preparatory track. The Codarts Lyceum is a secondary school in which dance and music lessons are part of the curriculum, rather than lessons you follow alongside your own secondary school. 

For non-EU/EER interested parties: You cannot apply for a residence permit based on this programme, as only full-time programmes are recognised as studies by the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND).

• Jazz or Classical Music. The Pop and Global Musics departments do not offer a preparatory course.
• For students in havo year 4 and 5 or vwo year 5 and 6 or as an independent course if you have already attained your secondary education diploma.
• Classical Music: 32 lessons, from September to May.
• Jazz: 20 lessons, from September to March.

During the entrance examination we assess your musical aptitude and your suitability for your chosen instrument. The exam consists of a practical and a theoretical test. You will perform a short programme, and we will evaluate phrasing, rhythm, dynamics, intonation and technique. The entry level for the preparatory course is measured using the same admission requirements as for the Bachelor’s programme.

If your level is not yet sufficient for bachelor entry, you may be offered the opportunity to study in the preparatory programme for one year, on the recommendation of the programme management.

You can register for the Preparatory programme in Music using the button below.