MA Music Education: Instrumental and Vocal Teaching
University of York
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Our MA in Music Education: Instrumental and Vocal Teaching is a unique course for musicians interested in developing their instrumental and vocal teaching skills.Youll explore practical and theoretical concepts of music education, as well as aspects of psychology, music psychology and health. By drawing on your own experiences, reading academic literature and putting new ideas into practice within your teaching, youll develop your understanding of instrumental pedagogy and develop strategies ...Read more

Our MA in Music Education: Instrumental and Vocal Teaching is a unique course for musicians interested in developing their instrumental and vocal teaching skills.

You'll explore practical and theoretical concepts of music education, as well as aspects of psychology, music psychology and health. By drawing on your own experiences, reading academic literature and putting new ideas into practice within your teaching, you'll develop your understanding of instrumental pedagogy and develop strategies for reflective practice, helping you to enhance your capabilities and confidence as a teacher.

We receive excellent feedback - our students say that the course has boosted their career prospects and helped them to discover a love of teaching.

Our highly committed and passionate teaching team will help you to pursue individual interests and support your professional and personal development. The collaborative and energetic atmosphere combined with our varied module content means our students are highly motivated and enthusiastic. You'll find it a great environment for your studies.

Assessment and feedback

You'll complete various types of written work, including academic writing tasks, critical appraisal and essays.

For some modules, you'll submit a video of your one-to-one instrumental/vocal teaching and a written commentary on your lesson.

Careers and skills

The experience and qualification gained from this course will help to boost your employability in a competitive international field. You'll develop skills vital for engaging in a wide range of educational activities, including studio and institutional teaching.

This course can also lead to further academic study - graduates have gone on to pursue doctoral research as well as a variety of other related qualifications.

Career opportunities

  • Music teacher
  • Freelance solo performer
  • Performance research and PhD study
  • Private music tutor
  • Community arts worker
  • Member of a choir

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Ruoting
04 Nov 23

The best thing of school is teachers, they are kind and easy-going. The bad about school is their position, a little far away from the city..Read more

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21 Nov 22

The univeisity have many Facilities to help us..Read more

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Music. We will also consider your application if you have a 2:2 and relevant professional experience.

Tuition fees

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£11,200 per year

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£25,900 per year

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£25,900 per year

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04 Nov 23
MA Music Education: Instrumental and Vocal Teaching
The best thing of school is teachers, they are kind and easy-going. The bad about school is their position, a little far away from the city...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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