Course content

The course is based on Practical Studies I, II and III at the Bachelor's level. Instruction for the principal instrument (individual instruction) is provided over two semesters, and requires skills equivalent to the main instrument examination at the Bachelor's level. In addition, a compulsory one-semester practical course is provided (group instruction) in acoustics, improvisation, choir conducting or similar topics (may vary). Students who have a certification in an instrument or vocals from a music conservatory, music college or equivalent education are not eligible for instruction in MUSV3005. These students will be provided a course in an advanced topic as a replacement.

Learning outcome

The course continues the learning objectives from Practical Studies I, II and III at the Bachelor's level.

Learning methods and activities

Individual and group instruction.

Compulsory activities:
The Practical course is chosen in either the first or second semester of the course MUSV3005, and is assessed with approved/not approved. Witch Practical courses you can choose from will vary from semester to semester. The Practical course must be approved in order to take the final examination on your principal instrument. Furthermore, to pass the course the student must attend a minimum of 80% of the lectures. If the student fails to attend principal instrument lectures after the department's appointment of a principal instrument teacher, the student will lose the right to take the final examination.

More on the assessment: The course concludes with a practical examination on the principal instrument. The duration of the practical examination is approximately 30 minutes.

Compulsory assignments

• Practical course
• Satisfactory participation in compulsory instruction

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission to the Master's programme in Musicology and MUSV1015, MUSV1016 and MUSV2017 or equivalent.