| Fermatta Music University Center | |
| Established: | 1993 |
| Campus: | Urban |
| Free: | Berklee College of Music (2013–present) [2] |
| Website: | https://www.fermatta.university/ |
The Fermatta Music University Center, also known as Centro Universitario de Música Fermatta, is an institution specializing in professional music education.[1] [2] Founded in 1993, it has campuses in Mexico City, Mexico,[3] [4] Guadalajara, Jalisco, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Querétaro, Querétaro and Puebla, Mexico.[5] [6] [7]
The Fermatta Music University Center is a founding member of the International Association of Music Colleges and Universities. It is the first institution of musical education at the professional level endorsed by the Ministry of Education in Mexico.
The Fermatta Music University Center was founded in 1993 with the aim to cultivate musicians by providing modern music education.[7] [8]
Since its early years, the school has been concerned with providing its students with the knowledge and skills required to achieve outstanding performance in diverse professional fields, from the composition and execution of innovative artistic projects, to business management related to media and entertainment. Thus, the study programs that have been developed focus on the preponderant aspects demanded by the industry, without neglecting the basic foundations of a comprehensive musical education.
As a pioneer in teaching contemporary music, one of the first awards Fermatta received was the certification granted by the Mexican government's Secretary of Public Education.[9] This official recognition made it the first school capable of offering undergraduate studies in the areas of composition, execution and engineering with a focus on contemporary music.
During the first decade of this century, the prestige of the university spread throughout the Latin American region thanks to the exposure and commercial success achieved by some of its graduates. Together, the graduates of this institution have won hundreds of international awards such as the Grammy's, the Oscars and those awarded by the Cannes Film Festival.
The reputation that this institution has achieved at a regional level has made it one of the centers for Latin American artistic talent.
The twentieth anniversary of the university was a year of consolidation of the educational project and international recognition of the educational work of the institution.[10] In May 2013, the International Association of Music Colleges and Universities was established in London, England, an organization to which the Fermatta University Music Center has belonged since then.
The Fermatta Music University Center is globally recognized as one of the top institutions for studying music.[11] The Fermatta Music University Center emphasizes fostering talent and encourages students to develop their individual musical styles.[3] [8]
The Fermatta Music University Center has received global acclaim for its music programs, establishing itself as a recognized university in the field. Its approach to music education, blending academic rigor with practical training, has been highly appreciated.[12] [13]
The Fermatta Music University Center has been ranked among the top music universities in Mexico.[12] [13] Fermatta is known for its education and has received positive reviews from students and educators alike.[14] [15]
The Fermatta Music University Center offers a range of academic programs for students seeking Bachelor's and master's degrees. These programs include:[16] [17]
Four-year bachelor's degree programs
Two-year master's degree programs
Fermatta Music University Center operates several campuses across different cities in Mexico. These campuses include:[18]
The Fermatta Music University Center has served as the educational university of choice for numerous renowned individuals in the Hispanic entertainment and music industry, including musicians, composers, producers, executives, and engineers.
The Fermatta Music University Center, which is currently in its 30th year, has produced a group of music professionals who have achieved success in Latin America. Among these graduates are several music superstars who have garnered numerous accolades, including over 80 Grammy Awards, Latin Grammy Awards, Oscars Awards, and Cannes Film Festival Awards.