Charles University

Overview

The Master’s in Music Instrument Teaching at Charles University is designed to enhance your musical and pedagogical skills, preparing you for a career in teaching musical instruments, such as piano or violin, in various educational settings. This program combines specialized training in instrument pedagogy with education sciences and practical teaching experience in both lower and upper secondary contexts.

What you'll study

The curriculum integrates advanced educational theory with practical application, focusing on the following academic areas:

• Pedagogy
• Psychology
• General Didactics
• Special Pedagogy
• General and Social Pedagogy
• General, Developmental and Social Psychology

Teaching practice and application: Students participate in practical training within school environments, implementing didactic strategies and refining their instructional techniques under expert supervision.

Creative and educational activities: The program emphasizes the development of competencies in music education through creative projects and reflective practices, aligning musical instruction with learners' objectives and needs.

Entry requirements

• Completion of secondary education validated by a school-leaving certificate.
• For Post-Bachelor Master’s studies, a relevant prior degree is required.
• Admission is contingent upon holding a bachelor’s degree in the same or a closely related field.

Note: Additional requirements such as portfolios, auditions, interviews, or proof of musical proficiency may apply. Prospective students should verify these details with Charles University.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master’s in Music Instrument Teaching will be well-equipped to pursue careers in various educational institutions, including lower and upper secondary schools and basic music education centers. The program prepares you for roles that involve teaching music and developing instructional methodologies to enhance student learning and engagement in music education.