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About the IB Career-related Programme
The International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme provides the perfect pathway for students who wish to become professional musicians, or otherwise go on to study music at a university level.
In the two-year programme the students study core academic subjects, alongside undergraduate-level music studies. This will provide the student with a BTEC International Level 3 in Music. Students also complete portfolios, personal development, and reflective projects. Moreover, we offer a preparation year for students who need to develop their English before beginning the Career-related Programme.
Students who are successfully admitted into the programme are also accepted as members of the AMADEUS International Youth Orchestra, directed by the renowned conductor, Christoph Ehrenfellner.
Why should AMADEUS Vienna be your first choice for top-level music education?
AMADEUS Vienna is the only school in Austria to be able to offer the IB Career-related programme, as well as the only school in Europe who offers the music pathway of the programme.
Moreover, we are the first All-Steinway high school in Austria, equipped with 21 Steinway pianos (including one model D and three baby grand pianos), and we have more than 20 dedicated private music practice rooms.
Finally, a specialist music education certificate from AMADEUS Vienna can give you access to top music universities and colleges around the world. Scroll further down the page for more information.
Entry Requirements
AMADEUS Vienna is currently a candidate school* for the Career-related Programme. We take in applications for the first graduating class to begin in August 2021 (graduation date June 2023).
Click on the below tab to learn more about the entry requirements and student profiles for this specific programme.
Student Profile for entry into our Pre-IB Career-related Programme (Year 0)
- 14-16 years old
- has successfully completed Grade 9 or equivalent (previous reports)
- has a minimum of level A2 in English
- successfully completes a musical audition (online or face-to-face)
- 3 years minimum of instrumental lessons and/or music theory
- successful interview with the Head of Secondary
- has a valid guardianship arrangement or enters into the boarding programme
Note: Direct entry into ‘Year 2’ is not possible.
Student Profile for entry into our IB Career-related Programme (Year 1)
- 15-17 years old
- has successfully completed Grade 10 or equivalent (previous reports)
- has a minimum of level B1 in English
- successfully completes a musical audition (online or face-to-face)
- 5 years minimum of instrumental lessons and/or music theory
- currently studying with a music teacher/professor
- successful interview with the Head of Secondary
- has a valid guardianship arrangement or enters into the boarding programme
*only schools authorised by the IB Organisation can offer any of its four academic programmes. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.
Access to Top Music Universities and Colleges
AMADEUS Vienna has a strong global network with alumni represented at more than 40 top universities and colleges in countries all over the world. A Specialist Music Education Certificate from AMADEUS can kickstart your musical career, as it has for many of our successful alumni, and give you the opportunity for further study at places such as:
- The Royal Academy of Music, London
- University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (MDW)
- University of Graz
- Mozarteum University, Salzburg
- Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK)
- Anton Bruckner Private University, Linz
- Jam Music Lab Private University, Vienna
- The Juilliard School, New York
- Berklee College of Music, Boston
- Berlin Music College (BIMM)
Find the full list of universities where our alumni have studied here.
Having experience supporting talented students achieve their dreams of entering the best universities and conservatories worldwide, we know what it takes to balance academics with time to practise.
We welcome the opportunity for prospective students and their families to visit AMADEUS Vienna and learn more about our unique programme and inspiring school environment. Contact our Admissions team to ask your questions or schedule a tour.