PREPARATORY COURSE
Your first step towards the Official Degree in Music starts here
Prepare to pass the entrance exam with a specific course taught by EUMES faculty. Train the skills you’ll encounter on exam day, learn the school’s methodology and arrive at the exams with the necessary security and confidence.
CALENDAR
from January to May
MODE
In-person or online
SMALL GROUPS
Maximum 20 students
DURATION
70 hours
CALENDAR
from January to May
MODE
In-person or online
SMALL GROUPS
Maximum 20 students
DURATION
70 hours
This course is for you if...
You want to approach the exam
with confidence
You are looking for specific preparation to successfully take the entrance exams for the Official Degree.
You want to consolidate your musical knowledge
You want to improve ear training, musical analysis or the specific content of your speciality.
You are looking for preparation compatible with your daily life
Choose between the in-person or live online mode, without giving up a full learning experience.
You want to arrive at the exam with confidence
You will practise with realistic mock exams and receive personalised follow-up throughout the course.
BASIC INFORMATION
Everything you need to know about the preparatory course
- Calendar: January – May (includes a mock exam before the official June tests)
- Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 18:30 to 20:30
- Duration: Common preparation (60h) + Specialisation (10 hours)
- Price: 400 euros. Discountable if you enrol on the Official Degree.
- Small groups and personalised attention
- Modality: Hybrid. On-campus at the Eumes campus in Girona or live online via streaming.
- Entry requirements: check the entry requirements here.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMME
What do we work on in the course?
The course combines a common preparation and a specific pathway according to the Higher Degree specialism you want to study.
MODULE 1 · 34 HOURS
Aural recognition and dictation
- Detection of intervals and chords.
- Rhythmic and melodic dictations.
- Aural analysis of harmonic progressions.
MODULE 2 · 26 HOURS
Musical analysis and contextualisation
- Comprehensive score reading from different periods.
- Development of a critical, analytical and well-structured discourse.
Complete your preparation with specialist content for the specialism you want to study.
SPECIALISM IN PERFORMANCE · 10 HOURS
Repertoire work, improvisation and stage presentation.
SPECIALISM IN COMPOSITION · 10 HOURS
Music writing, harmonisation and score reading.
SPECIALISM IN SONOLOGY · 10 HOURS
Sound, music technology, recording and DAW proficiency.
METHODOLOGY
A preparation designed to pass the entrance exam
Flipped classroom model
We work on theory before each session so that classroom time is devoted to active listening, questions and score analysis.
Cooperative learning
We promote teamwork, collective correction and peer assessment to develop musical judgement and critical listening.
Practice with mock exams
Two full mock exams with official exercises and under the same conditions you will encounter on your access test day.
Personalised mentoring
You will receive individualised follow-up during the course to strengthen your strengths and prepare you with great confidence.
YOUR EFFORT IS REWARDED
If you gain access to the Degree, this course is free for you
If you pass the entrance exam and enrol on EUMES’ Higher Degree, we fully deduct the cost of the preparatory course from the first year enrolment fee. Because our goal is to support you from day one.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take the preparatory course for the Official Degrees online?
Yes, 100%. Classes are face-to-face and online in real time; you can do the whole course from home and/or alternate some days in person and some days online.
How many students are in each group?
We work with small groups to ensure personalised attention. This way, teachers can resolve your doubts individually and carry out real monitoring of your progress.
Do I need a minimum level to join?
No prior advanced level is required. The course is structured to support you from the basics and ensure you acquire all the theoretical and practical knowledge required for the entrance exam.
Does the preparatory course for the Higher Degrees guarantee passing the exam?
Final success depends on your effort and dedication, so no centre can guarantee a 100% pass rate. However, our syllabus is aligned with the official exam requirements and we offer mock exams and tools designed to maximise your chances of success.
When does the course start?
Registrations are already open and the next intake starts in January. As groups are small, we recommend reserving your place as soon as possible.
How does the discount work?
If after taking the course and passing the exam you decide to study the Official Degree at Eumes we deduct the price of the course (€400) from your first-year enrolment fee.
Can I speak with a careers adviser before registering?
Absolutely, it is the most advisable option! You can request personalised guidance (online or face-to-face) with our team to resolve all your doubts and assess whether the course meets your needs.
Vols fer el primer pas?
Fill in the form and our team will contact you to help you prepare for entry to the Higher Degree.
SPECIALITIES OF THE OFFICIAL DEGREE
Discover other paths within the Higher Degree
Each speciality opens the door to a different way of understanding and experiencing music.
Official Degree in Music and Sound Production
SONOLOGY
Music production, recording, mixing, post-production, live sound and new technologies.
Official Degree in Modern Music Performance
PERFORMANCE
Develop your own technique, creativity and artistic identity through the instrument.
Official Degree in Composition and Musical Creation
COMPOSITION
Learn to create music for recording, stage, audiovisual and new formats.
