What will I learn?

Introduction

The MA MusEd Programme is designed for students wishing to further develop their teaching and music-leading skills and understanding. It aims to equip students with the necessary theory, musical skills, insight and experience required by the contemporary music education profession in its widest sense.

This in-person programme can be taken on a full-time basis for one year or on a part-time basis over two years. The programme is not auditioned and accepts students from any music tradition and who play any instrument. Students wanting a music education programme with performance are recommended to apply for the MA Music Education & Performance.

Career Opportunities

The programme enables graduates to pursue a professional career in music education and participatory music. It seeks to prepare students to work in a variety of educational settings with a broad range of pedagogical approaches. On completion of the award, you will have developed a secure range or teaching and leadership skills applicable to learners of different abilities, and in relation to a range of contexts. You will also have gained an understanding of the role of the musician in the contemporary cultural education infrastructure.

Which department am I in?

Department of Music

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£24,130.00 (26,29,113) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

King Charles Court,

Old Royal Naval College,

Greenwich,

SE10 9JF, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

A degree, or equivalent training and / or professional experience is normally required. Applicants are usually expected to hold a good pass in a BA, BMus (Hons) or equivalent qualification.

We welcome applicants who do not hold an undergraduate degree, but can demonstrate equivalent previous study and / or experience.

Applicants without a degree will be required to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning to demonstrate suitability for postgraduate study.

Considerable professional experience in music education and / or participatory settings, which should current or recent.

Fluent musical skills on a principal instrument / voice (normally grade 8 or equivalent).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.