About the Faculty
The Department of Music and Dance (Hudobná a tanečná fakulta) is part of the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava. This institution focuses on training professional artists and teachers and has six separate departments.
The learning process concentrates on practical skills in musical instruments, vocals, and choreography. Students can study at the Bachelor's and Master's levels. Teaching is mainly in Slovak or Hungarian.
To apply, candidates must submit a prihláška (application form) and pay a fee of 100 euros. The deadline for submitting documents is May 11, 2026. Information about tuition fees or the availability of places in the internát (dormitory) is not provided in the given facts.
Faculty Programs
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Buildings, laboratories, and classroomsAdmission to the Faculty
Updated 21 July 2026For most bachelor's programs, admission is grantedwithout entrance exams— based on the average grade of the certificate in relevant subjects. A bachelor's diploma in the relevant field is required for master's programs. Applications are submitted via ePrihláška.
Frequently asked questions about the faculty
What programs does Music and Dance Faculty offer?+
Music and Dance Faculty (Vysoká škola múzických umení v Bratislave) offers 137 accredited study programs — see the list with study mode, language, and duration above on this page. Each program has its own page with admission requirements.
Is tuition free at the faculty?+
Full-time study in Slovak at public universities in Slovakia is free within the standard duration — this also applies to Music and Dance Faculty programs. English-language and part-time programs are usually paid; the application fee is paid separately.
How to apply to Music and Dance Faculty?+
Applications are submitted online through the e-prihláška system of Vysoká škola múzických umení v Bratislave university (link on the university's page) or through portalvs.sk. For documents from Ukraine, recognition of the certificate/diploma will be required — start this step in advance.