The Sound Studies and Sonic Arts program serves to deepen theoretical and practical skills in the fields of audio related theory and practice, particularly in cultural studies, musicology, aesthetics, sound art, performance, architecture, design and media production. Students are exposed to methods of scientific and theoretical work, of artistic research as well as artistic and creative practices. Graduates are to be able to apply aspects of auditive art and culture and their conveyance, sound design and consulting as well as scientific reflection within their professional field. 

At UdK’s Sound Studies and Sonic Arts program, the MA candidates are exceptional artists, researchers, makers, conceptual composers, philosophers and activists. They come from a diverse variety of backgrounds and cultures and meet in the avant-garde melting pot of Berlin.   

While in the program, students deepen their theoretical and practical skills in the fields of audio related theory and practice, particularly in cultural studies, musicology, aesthetics, sound art, performance, architecture, design and media production. 

Berlin is the cultural hub of Europe, and the birthplace of modern Sound Art. A city where creativity is everywhere, and a haven for artists and scholars. With festivals like CTM and Atonal, and events organized by Singhur and our own Sound Studies department, for someone looking to deepen their practice there is no better place to be.  

We encourage you to apply, and welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. For more information on the application process please click here or contact: