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MA - Master of Arts
York campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
York campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
York campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
Select a an exam type
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
Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Music. We will also consider your application if you have a 2:2 and relevant professional experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,200 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£25,900 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,900 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.