Step by Step: Getting Started

1. Information

Applications to study at Anton Bruckner University are only accepted once a year for the relevant winter semester.

Initial information about studying can be found in the ‘Academics’ section of our website. In addition to information about bachelor's and master's programmes, you will also find information about our preparatory courses (talent promotion: Pre-College & Academy for Contemporary Dance & Ballet) and the certificate programmes we offer (continuing education). It is also possible to obtain information directly from professors and students. Some institutes offer work shadowing opportunities. Our social media channels also provide insights into everyday student life.

  • Those interested in doctoral studies can find all information about the curriculum and application process here.
  • Further information for international students can be found hier.
  • Information on accessibility can be found hier.
  • Our Co-ordinator for those with different abilities is available to answer questions from students with disabilities..

2. Check language requirements

Please note that you may be required to provide proof of language proficiency in order to study at Anton Bruckner University. You will find all the relevant information on the following subpage:

Language requirements

3. Online Registration

If you would like to apply to study at ABU, the first step in the admission process for all courses is to register online. Here you will find the registration links and the possible registration periods:

InstituteRegistration PeriodRegistration Link
Pre-College1 February – 20 March 2026 (main subject teaching at ABU)Registration
Early Music and Historical Performance Practice1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Brass Instruments and Percussion1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Voice and Music Theatre1 February – 8 May 2026Registration
Woodwind Instruments1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Jazz and Improvised Music1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Composition and Conducting1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Music Education1 February – 6 April 2026: Bachelor's degree and Certificate programme in Elemental Music Education
1 February – 31 May 2026: Master's degree in Elemental Music Education
1 February - 7 April 2026: Master Music Mediation - Music in Context		Registration
Music Education1 February 2026 - 3 May 2027: Certificate programme in Music & Inclusion. Making music with people with disabilities. (Next start of the course is winter semester 2027!)Registration
String Instruments: stringed instruments1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
String Instruments: plucked instruments + Styrian Harmonica1 February – 20 March 2026Registration
Dramato be determinedRegistration
Dance1 February – 23 March 2026: Bachelor's in Contemporary Dance (1st round online)
1 February – 10 May 2026: Bachelor's in Contemporary Dance (1st and 2nd round live auditions)
1 February – 29 June 2026: Academy for Contemporary Dance & Ballet		Registration
Keyboard Instruments1 February – 20 March 2026Registration

4. Entrance Exam

The further course of the admission procedure varies depending on the degree programme. You will find all the information you need about the entrance exam on the following subpage:

Entrance Exam

Important notice

It is not permitted to simultaneously enrol in a second degree programme with the same study objective at another music university, conservatory or comparable domestic or foreign post-secondary or tertiary educational institution (e.g. 2x BA degree programme in concert cello).