Course content.
The minor “Self Composed (Music)” helps students to design a study programme that meets their own particular needs. It offers maximum freedom of choice and comprises 15 credits. 
In discussion with the Head of Programme, students plan the content on a semester basis and develop their studies in a targeted manner. The minor “Self Composed (Music)” focuses predominantly on students’ future professional lives and on honing their own potential. This process can take place with support, and culminates in a final module consisting of a presentation about what they have learned.
 
The minor, which is taught in German and English, is offered by all the music degree programmes and aimed at Bachelor’s and Master’s students.

Skills acquired in the course.
The focus areas and the objectives of the “Self Composed (Music)” minor are as diverse as the students themselves. Besides specific content, the minor promotes independence, self-reflection and personal development. Students develop their own curriculum within the scope of the specified options in discussion with the Head of Programme.

Admissions requirements.
The minor “Self Composed (Music)” is aimed at students who already have a well-established artistic career and are used to achieving challenging goals. Students may undertake the minor in combination with all the majors. Motivation and a readiness to study independently are paramount.

Language skills required.
You need the following languages to take this minor:
–  German or English: to be able to follow a discussion
–  German or English: to actively participate in a verbal exchange
–  German and English: to understand a text
–  German or English: to write a text

Benefits of studying at ZHdK.
The minor “Self Composed (Music)” gives students the opportunity to compile their own curriculum from the wide range of courses on offer at ZHdK and continually adjust it. The teaching and learning concept focuses on progressively differentiating and developing students’ needs over the course of their studies as a result of the experiences that they have had. Changes in topic focus or teaching format are particularly welcome and supported.

Time structure.
Students are responsible for the content and organisation of the Self Composed Minor. In this respect, it can be carried out parallel to the major semester and/or in the minor weeks.

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At ZHdK, students choose a Major. In addition to this core subject, they can choose one or two Minors to deepen or expand their major skills and knowledge across various disciplines. This wide choice of courses is unique in Europe and enables students to develop and sharpen their individual profile.