MUSIC PEDAGOGY - specialising Music Instrument Teaching

Qualification awarded: Music Pedagogy Master's Degree
Length of programme: 2 years
Number of credits: 120 ECTS
Level of qualification: EHEA 2nd cycle; EQF level 7
 

Programme structure:

Key learning outcomes:

t the completion of the 2nd cycle studies, students should have developed teaching skills that will enable them to be effective, independent and responsible in teaching and promoting music in different educational contexts, particularly in the primary, middle and secondary school. Through individual in-depth research and study, they should be able to use the musical language both in its performative (vocal and instrumental) and compositional aspects, in order to develop educational projects. Students should be able to apply different methods and approaching in teaching music and musical instruments, taking account of pedagogical, psychological, sociological and anthropological aspects. They should also be able to use information and communication technology and musical technology in different educational contexts. Students should have become confident and experienced in their communication skills, including the ability to work with others on joint projects or activities, show skills in teamwork, negotiation and organisation, integrate with other individuals in a variety of cultural contexts, and preparing themselves in organising and managing groups of learners in the musical field.

Mode of study: Full-time / Part-time

Admission requirements:

To apply for a Master’s degree it is necessary to hold a Bachelor’s (EQF level 6).

Admittance will be based on the entrance exam results.

All subjects are taught in Italian. For non-Italian native speakers, it is highly recommended to hold a B2 level certificate in Italian language (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Any applicants who do not yet have any Italian language certificates at the time of enrolment can take a placement test at the Rovigo Conservatoire in order to ascertain their skills. Language tutoring is guaranteed during the academic year.

Qualification requirements and regulations: this course is based on the ECTS credit accumulation system. The student must complete the curriculum as described in the Course structure. This includes compulsory and elective subjects and other activities for a total of 120 ECTS credits.

Final exam: the final exam consists of the writing and the discussion of an essay based on the student's major subject, and of a musical and didactic-methodological practical test.

Examination regulations and grading scale:

The Italian grading system is based on a scale of 0-30, with 18/30 as the lowest passing grade. 30/30 cum laude may also be awarded. The final grade is based on a scale of 0-110, with 66/110 as the lowest passing grade. To the highest grade of 110/110, cum laude may be added, but only with the unanimous decision of the examining board.

Rovigo Conservatoire publish on its website an ECTS Grading Table which shows the actual distribution of examination and final grades among students of each degree programme, in order to facilitate comparison with other grading systems.

Occupational profiles of graduates: This course provides career opportunities in the following fields: teacher in lower and upper secondary schools in the following areas: A29/A30 music education, A56 music instrument (when in possession of a bachelor's degree for the specific instrument); teacher in music high schools in the following areas: A54 music history, A64 theory, analysis and composition, A55 music instrument (when in possession of a bachelor's degree for the specific instrument); teacher in different educational contexts; teacher in private and public schools

Access to further studies: Graduates holding a 2nd cycle degree are eligible to apply to 3rd cycle degrees.