The Master’s programme in Teacher Education of Music for Lower and Upper Secondary Schools (Teacher Education of Educational Sciences) at Charles University prepares you to teach music and educational sciences in secondary education. You develop advanced pedagogical, psychological, and didactic skills, including research methods and supervised teaching practice.
Duration: Typically 2 years (full-time)
Credits: Typically 120 ECTS
Delivery format: On-campus (as per Charles University programme delivery)
Language of instruction: Not specified in the provided record—please confirm with the university for the current intake
Teaching practice: Included, with placements in schools and relevant educational/social service facilities
Start dates: Not specified in the provided record—please confirm for the next intake
Tuition fees: Not specified in the provided record—fees depend on your study status and nationality; check Charles University’s current fee information
Application: Submit an application for Master’s study; admission is based on prior education and programme-specific requirements
The programme combines pedagogical foundations, subject didactics, research training, and supervised practice.
Typical components include:
- Cognitive, Didactic and Pedagogical-Psychological Components of Training
- Didactics and Professional Subjects (music education focus)
- Understanding of Music Education Issues
- Musical Phenomena and Concepts
- Best Practices Verified in Practice (practice-oriented teaching and reflection)
- Music Pedagogical Research (research methods and application)
Teaching practice and school-based learning are integrated throughout the programme. Students complete placements in schools and in educational or social service facilities, supporting the development of teaching competence in diverse learner environments.
Academic requirements
Admission to Master’s studies requires completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree (in the same or a related field). Applicants must provide proof of completed secondary education and a completed prior degree as part of the application process.
English requirements
English language requirements are not specified in the provided record. Please check the current Charles University admission call for the required language level and accepted tests (if applicable).
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to Master’s studies is conditioned by completed secondary education confirmed by a school-leaving certificate.
- Admission is also conditioned by completion of a bachelor’s degree in the same or a related study programme.
- For applicants who completed education in a different study programme, the university may assess whether the prior coursework is sufficiently related to the Master’s programme.
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Work Permits
After completing your studies, you may be eligible to apply for a post-study work permit or a residence extension for the purpose of employment, depending on Czech immigration rules and your individual circumstances.
- Eligibility: Typically requires that you have successfully completed your degree programme and hold a valid residence status for study at the time of application.
- Duration: The permitted period to search for work or work after graduation depends on the current Czech legal framework and the type of residence/work authorisation granted.
- Employment conditions: You may need to demonstrate that you can take up employment in the Czech Republic (e.g., through a job offer or an employment contract, depending on the pathway).
- Important: Rules can change. Always verify the latest requirements with the Czech Ministry of the Interior / immigration authority or your university’s international office.
For the most accurate guidance, confirm the specific post-study residence/work option available to graduates of your programme and your nationality.
