Music Education - PGDE (Graduates only) (Taught)

You should hold a degree validated by a higher education institution in the UK, or a degree of an equivalent standard from an institution from outside the UK. The minimum entry requirements to qualify to teach Music are as follows:
*Degree (preferably Honours) in which you have studied music for at least three years
*Degree should normally contain a minimum of 80 credits relevant to the subject https://www.rcs.ac.uk/courses/pgde-music/

Portfolio

Before their interview, applicants will submit online via Acceptd a folio of evidence containing the following: - A video (5-10 minutes) of you performing on your first study instrument/voice - A video (2-3 minutes) demonstrating your singing ability (not required for first study singers) - A video (2-3 minutes) demonstrating your ability on piano. This may be through performance of solo piano repertoire, an accompaniment or of an improvisatory nature eg. improvise a convincing accompaniment for a song from a lead sheet (not required for first study pianists) - Examples of work using Music Technology - Some examples of original composition and/or arrangement (no more than three pieces) - Any other work that you think might be relevant to their application The selection panel recognises that applicants may have extensive experience in some of these areas whilst having limited experience in others. The portfolio allows applicants the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of areas common to the discipline, therefore, having limited experience in some areas should not preclude anyone from applying.

Interview

Interviews will take place in February and March, in-person at the Conservatoire campus in Glasgow. Online interviews can be arranged if required. At the interview applicants will be expected to be able to: - Demonstrate a clear desire to be a teacher; - Reflect on the qualities that make a good teacher; - Identify their own areas of weakness and in doing so, show a commitment to continuous personal development; - Discuss with some depth the current issues in education and how these might impact on Music education; - Display extensive knowledge of and interest in music; - Demonstrate a good level of knowledge of ICT with some experience of using Music Technology; - Discuss their personal statement; - Talk about the things they do besides Music (e.g. hobbies and/or other interests) The interview will be conducted in an informal manner. Applicants will be assessed on their: - Ability to express themselves clearly and fluently; - Perceived commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching; - Level of preparation and reflection

Other

All applicants are required to create an Acceptd account when they apply, which will be used for uploading your portfolio and scheduling auditions/interviews. If you do not have an Acceptd application in place you will not be be interviewed.

For more information about the GTCS Entry requirements for this programme, please see the weblink.