MASTER OF ARTS
IN MUSIC AND PERFORMING 
ARTS EDUCATION

  • INTAKES: March, September
  • DURATION: 12 Months

Ready to elevate your art and performance game while mastering the art of teaching and leading? Our course is designed to turbocharge your skills across the globe’s most vibrant music and performing arts educational landscapes.

Dive into modules that are all about nailing workshop techniques, getting savvy with enterprise and fundraising, acing marketing, teching up your toolkit, diving deep into pedagogic theories, and mastering the art of collaboration. This isn't just about adding to your skills; it's about transforming you into a pro ready to inspire and educate through your passion.

As you soak up the latest in research-informed practices and get hands-on with practice-as-research, you’ll be doing it all in the electric atmosphere of Singapore Raffles Music College, nestled in the heart of Singapore. Here, the blend of modern vibes and rich cultural tapestry offers an unparalleled backdrop to learn, grow, and push the boundaries of educational creativity.

By the end of this journey, you'll be more than ready to lead the charge in youth or community music/theatre groups, schools, and beyond—teaching instrumental, vocal, acting, or movement performance, or diving into the world of institution-based arts education and outreach. And for those with an eye on academia, this course is your springboard into PhD research.

ENQUIRE NOW

USEFUL INFORMATION

Graduates will receive a Master of Arts in Music and Performing Arts Education conferred by University of West London.

  • At least 20 years old
  • A minimum of a 2.1-degree classification in or related to Music Performance, Performing Arts, Performance or Theatre, or
  • Recognition of Prior Learning will be considered in line with the UWL Academic Regulations.
  • Pass English Language Requirements.
  • Pass Interview.

English Language Requirements

  • English language requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of IELTS 5.5 in each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), or equivalent, or
  • Singapore Raffles Music College’s English Placement Test/ Singapore Raffles Music College’s Certificate in English – Highest Advanced, or
  • Qualifications on Entry provided by student were undertaken in the English Language, or
  • Other English Language Proficiency Tests (TOEFL etc) – will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Interview Requirement

Shortlisted applicants will need to undergo an interview process to determine suitability. Contact the College for further information.

Students will undertake the following modules during their course of study.

ONE (1) Year Course

Year One

  • Pedagogic Theories and Practices
  • Devising Material
  • 1:1 and Small Group Teaching
  • Creative Workshopping for Education and Community Settings
  • The Business of Education
  • PG Research Methods
  • Masters Project
FEE PARTICULARS1 YEAR S($)
Tuition Fee 16,276.15
Non-Tuition Fees 
1. Administrative, Visa & Compliance Fees2,350.00
2. Course Assessment & Resource Fees2,250.00
Total Course Fee 20,876.15
University Enrolment Fees4,000.00
Membership Fees1,500.00
Goods & Services Tax 2,373.85
Total Payable Fee 28,750.00
ADDITIONAL FEESS($)
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Premium & Admin Fees * 800.00
Evaluation Fee**1,000.00

*All courses have a Fee Protection Premium

**If applicable.

For other fees, please click here.

Note: All fees are inclusive of GST (Goods & Services Tax). The current Singapore GST is charged at a rate of 9%. All fees quoted are subject to other costs arising from government directives.

In Budget 2022, the Minister for Finance of Singapore announced that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate will be increased from:
(i) 7% to 8% with effect from 1 Jan 2023; and
(ii) 8% to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024.

Kindly refer to this link to understand how the GST rate change will affect consumers.
https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/gst-rate-change/gst-rate-change-for-consumers1

Students must gain 180 modular credits to graduate, by passing the assessment requirements for each module.

Master of Arts in Music and Performing Arts Education

awarded by University of West London.

ENQUIRE NOW