Charles University

Overview

The Choral Singing for Teacher Education programme at Charles University is designed to equip students with a unique blend of choral singing expertise and foundational pedagogical and psychological knowledge essential for educational and music-related environments. Over the course of this Bachelor’s programme, students cultivate practical skills in choir singing and basic conducting, while gaining insights into teaching methodologies and student support strategies.

What you'll study

The curriculum integrates musicianship and choral practice with pedagogical and psychological training, ensuring a comprehensive development of singing abilities, rehearsal techniques, and teaching competencies.

Music and choral skills

• Transposition of folk songs into different keys or modes
• Improvisation of a parallel second voice in folk song contexts
• Identifying intervals and chords through sound reproduction
• Reproducing rhythmic-melodic patterns
• Executing rhythmic models accurately
• Engaging in vocal creativity by complementing pre-recorded phrases
• Creating melodies and rhythms based on simple rhymes

Pedagogical-psychological preparation

This aspect of the programme covers subjects in pedagogy, psychology, and special pedagogy, complemented by practical experiences. It is designed to prepare students for advanced teacher education at the Master’s level.

Teaching-related practice

The programme incorporates practical components that link musical training with fundamental teaching concepts, learner motivation, and educational support strategies.

Entry requirements

Admission to the Bachelor’s programme requires the completion of secondary education, evidenced by a school-leaving certificate. There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements noted for this course.

Career prospects

Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for careers in music education, choral conducting, and various roles within educational and music-related institutions. With their strong foundation in both music and pedagogy, they can pursue opportunities as music teachers, choir directors, or educational consultants, among other paths.