FAQ

The Akademie is suitable for anyone who is enthusiastic about music and media and wants to learn a profession in the field of media or for anyone already working in the sector and seeking to obtain an additional qualification.

Deutsche POP was founded in response to a lack of practice-relevant training options and qualified young people in the area of music and media. Since then, the aim has been to train talented people in a market-relevant manner.

The music and media company music support group GmbH.

Yes, we would in fact recommend this in order for applicants to be able to select a combination that is right for them among all the training options.

By registering at least six weeks prior to the start of a course you can ensure your space for the next starting date.

We try to consider all applications. However, if someone should not get a space they can be put on the list for the following starting date (three months later).

Registration forms can be obtained from all sites or simply via post or email. Once the form has been completed and signed, it can be handed in on site or sent back to us – and that concludes the registration. All applicants will of course obtain a version of the document signed by us.

No. Only those people wishing to enrol in more advanced courses need to prove that they are eligible via an entry exam.

Our cutting-edge equipment makes it possible to put the theory straight into practice in class (and not merely during practice time).

Yes, it is possible to switch already booked courses once, subject to approval by the location management and up to six weeks before the start of a new semester, as long as the number of booked courses remains the same and there are still spaces left on the selected new course. An administration fee of 150 Euro will be charged. This fee will not increase if several courses are switched at once.

Yes. Since the training courses are the same on all sites, it is possible to continue learning at a different site after completion of one or more individual courses. You may register a switch of sites up to six weeks prior to the start of a new semester. An administration fee of 150 Euro will be charged.

No, registration is binding for the agreed time frame, in order to ensure optimal plannability for the courses. If you decide to register for the entire duration of a training course, you benefit from special discounts on the course fees. Course agreements can only be cancelled due to important grounds and only via written cancellation. If someone does not wish to enter into a commitment for the entire duration of the training course, there is also the option of only taking individual courses.

Yes, it is possible to interrupt the training course once or to postpone individual courses subject to approval by the site management for a maximum of two semesters. There must be sound reasons for doing so and the request must be filed at least six weeks prior to the start of the course. An administration fee on 150 Euro will be charged. This fee will not increase if several courses are postponed at the same time.

If you cannot attend class due to professional or personal reasons, you should collect information on the missed content from your lecturer and class mates.

Yes, you are basically allowed to attend the follow-up course as long as you attended the previous course, even if no certificate was obtained. A Deutsche POP diploma however will only be awarded if all courses within a training course have been successfully completed and a certificate obtained.

Anyone who narrowly fails to meet the requirements but has a minimum of 50% overall may take an oral makeup exam in order to fulfil the course requirements and obtain a certificate. This exam has to take place within two weeks of the end of the course. Should the overall result of a course be less than 50%, the course will have to be retaken in order to obtain a certificate.

Usually, here are holidays in winter between Christmas and New Year as well as in summer during the last week of June and the first week of July. No classes take place on official bank holidays.

If you work full time, it is possible to complete a part time course. If two individual courses are being taken in parallel (full time), a part time job with flexible working hours is do-able.

No. Participants may even make commercial use of their course projects. However, the materials which were provided (such as scripts, audio files etc.) are copyright protected and may not be made public without our prior consent.

The projects are carried out under normal market conditions in a professional production environment (in the Campus Studios, in editing rooms, in photo or radio studios, at presentations before an audience etc.).

Due to its connection to the production company music support group and the knowledge transfer that goes with it, the course participants are ideally prepare for the requirements of the market. Above and beyond the transfer of know-how, independent project working skills are trained which will also be relevant to future working life. The project results serve both as a means of assessment and a first reference.

About one third of graduates actively seeks to newly enter the sector. This group uses the projects generated during the studies and the Deutsche POP diploma to successfully apply for internships and jobs (e.g. in studios, in radio and television, for events companies or agencies). Another third is already working in the sector and is seeking to gain further qualifications. The remaining graduates use their knowledge gained during the courses for semi-professional of hobby projects in addition to existing other employment.

During their Dipoma, committed course participants can apply at any point for a three to six month training internship within the music support group. In order to apply, it is sufficient to send a convincing PDF application to: praktika[at]musicsupportgroup.com. Partner companies also regularly contact the Academy with requests for interns.

Outstanding participants with a very good single course result of more than 90% can apply at the individual campus management. Information on the awarding of grants can be downloaded in the POP Lounge.

It is an online platform exclusively for participants of Deutsche POP & United POP Courses.

For any organisational questions, the on-site Akademie team will be happy to help. When it comes to content-related questions, the participants can ask their lecturers or training supervisors directly.

Yes, and there are some great deals! Apple software, hardware and other products can be purchased at special education prices through our partners. You can find an overview in our Edu Deals on the Campus.

Yes, course participants are eligible for preferential prices on all services provided by the music support group.

Participants can find out about jobs and projects from their lecturers, off posters or the website and can apply for them.

You will save the most money by fully paying all fees up front one month before the start of the course. Courses can also be paid per semester one month before the beginning of the course, on a monthly basis or with financing from Deutsche POP.

The enrolment fee is €200. Furthermore there are no regular additional costs: All exams and studio dates within the context of the classes are included in the course fees. Additional fees will only be charged for individual additional services such as retake exams, switches or placement tests.

For some Single Courses we recommend the purchase of common literature (20-80 Euro).

For hygienic reasons, you must use your own basic equipment (approx. 500 Euro) during the Diploma Make-Up Artist. A list of recommended materials is available upon enrolment.

It is possible to pay in monthly installments. What rates are possible in a given case will depend on the number of individual courses and the desired training duration. The on-site team will be happy to assist you in this question during a personal consultation.

Yes, the education confirmation issued by the Akademie Deutsche POP is generally accepted as proof of ongoing education.

Yes, the education confirmation issued by the Akademie Deutsche POP is generally accepted as proof of ongoing education.

Yes, upon examination of each individual case, funding may be available. Further information can be obtained directly from your desk officer at the employment agency in Germany or the labour market service in Austria.

No, they do not have to. Many participants already have an Apple computer or a PC and if participants make good use of the free practice times, it is even possible to complete the training course without owning a computer. It is however worth purchasing one due to the discounted education prices.