Learn to teach music in preparation for a rewarding career in education
Education is a dynamic and rapidly changing field and passionate music teachers are in high demand. Teachers with practical musical expertise who can embrace advancements in technology will find themselves sought-after.
UNE offers postgraduate courses in music teaching that are designed to provide you with the practical classroom skills you’ll need to secure an enduring career in music education. Our music teaching courses focus on developing students' confidence, creativity and musical skills through a variety of methods, such as singing, playing instruments, composing and music theory. UNE will educate you on student engagement, data analysis, curriculum assessment, advancing technology in the classroom and interpersonal skills, ensuring that you are future-fit to succeed as a teacher and make a valuable contribution to the profession.
A significant portion of our students select online learning, where they join a community of adults who use their life and work experiences to develop tangible networks for the future. On-campus learners have access to housing, sports facilities, and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
With UNE's proven success in equipping adults for the constantly changing job market, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in education, whether you choose to work in the classroom or use your teaching skills in your own endeavour. Our commitment to creating future-fit music teachers is reflected in student feedback. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the study options related to music teaching on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
Whether you are looking to re-train to become a Primary or Secondary school teacher, teach different subjects or upgrade your teaching accreditation, the UNE Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) provides a flexible pathway to pivot and grow …
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
UNE’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) offers a comprehensive program of study that provides you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a highly sought-after secondary school teacher. Develop your teaching skills in a supportive,…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
This flexible non-teaching education degree incorporates a wide range of subjects to prepare you to work in a range of educational fields, including training and management environments. With UNE’s Bachelor of Educational Studies, you will learn in…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 8 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
Special and inclusive education is rapidly evolving, and with it the demand for specialists in the field is larger than ever. UNE’s Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary) equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Broaden your career horizons with the UNE Graduate Certificate in Digital Learning, a flexible course providing advanced knowledge and skills for professional educators in web-based teaching and learning. Choose from a variety of subjects to match…
- 0.5 years full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Accelerate your career opportunities with the UNE Master of Teaching (Secondary). Gain the specialist knowledge and skills you need to become a sought-after teacher who makes a difference. Study online in a flexible timeframe that suits your…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
- Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
- ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
- ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
- ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
- ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.
Why study with us?
The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
Greg KemmettFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Teaching Music
UNE’s music education courses give teachers the skills they need to be flexible and innovative as technology advances and impacts the way students learn. Become an inspiring music teacher and stay at the forefront of the arts and education. Explore our music teaching course options now.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's distinguished, committed and experienced teachers and musicians will help you develop advanced musical craft skills to record and refine your work. Learn to collaborate with others and use emerging digital technology and social media to…
UNE's distinguished, committed and experienced teachers and musicians will help you develop advanced musical craft skills to record and refine your work. Learn to collaborate with others and use emerging digital technology and social media to succeed in the highly competitive world of music.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Music | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Safeguard your future and learn about the aspects of successful entrepreneurship from UNE’s industry specialists. Cover idea development, problem solving, advances in tech, management, marketing, ethics and work/life balance to future-fit yourself…
Safeguard your future and learn about the aspects of successful entrepreneurship from UNE’s industry specialists. Cover idea development, problem solving, advances in tech, management, marketing, ethics and work/life balance to future-fit yourself in the changing global business marketplace.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop practical skills in film, TV, writing and publishing and study the processes through which cultural products are made and circulated in the digital environment. UNE's established creatives will help you protect your career and pursue…
Develop practical skills in film, TV, writing and publishing and study the processes through which cultural products are made and circulated in the digital environment. UNE's established creatives will help you protect your career and pursue your passion in the changing world of the arts.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development | Specialisation | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's well-respected music educators will help you develop your technical musical skills, securing your place in a local and global music industry that is rapidly changing and evolving. Learn about collaboration and innovations in music…
UNE's well-respected music educators will help you develop your technical musical skills, securing your place in a local and global music industry that is rapidly changing and evolving. Learn about collaboration and innovations in music technology and protect your future in this creative field.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Music | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Bachelor of Music with Honours | Specialist Course | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Music | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Diploma in Music Technology | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Undergraduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's respected music educators will help you analyse music from a cultural perspective, enabling you to understand the history and significance of musical styles. Having a professional knowledge base will secure your future in an industry that…
UNE's respected music educators will help you analyse music from a cultural perspective, enabling you to understand the history and significance of musical styles. Having a professional knowledge base will secure your future in an industry that is rapidly changing and evolving.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Music | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's expertise in music education will help you build adaptable music skills to safeguard your position in a world of rapid innovations in music technology and collaboration. Boost your future as a creative entrepreneur by gaining the…
UNE's expertise in music education will help you build adaptable music skills to safeguard your position in a world of rapid innovations in music technology and collaboration. Boost your future as a creative entrepreneur by gaining the performance expertise needed to succeed in the music industry.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Music | Major | Undergraduate |
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Careers in Teaching Music
By studying music teaching with UNE, you will develop the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of schools and educational settings. With the need for dedicated teaching staff set to rise, professionals with skillsets in music teaching and the capacity to inspire others and assess and guide their learning in a positive and practical way could find employment as a:
- Music teacher
Teach music to students in primary and secondary schools, focusing on music theory, history, and practical skills. - Instrumental music teacher
Specialise in teaching a specific musical instrument, such as piano, guitar, violin, or trumpet, to students of all ages. - Vocal coach
Provide vocal training and coaching to aspiring singers, helping them develop their singing techniques. - Conductor
Lead and direct musical ensembles, choirs, or orchestras for performances and recordings. - Music therapist
Use music to help individuals with physical, emotional, or psychological challenges as a form of therapy. - Composer
Create original music compositions or arrange existing pieces for performances, film, television, and other media. - Sound engineer
Work in recording studios, live sound production, or music production, managing sound quality during performances and recordings. - Music critic
Write reviews and critiques of musical performances, recordings, and compositions for publications, websites, or as a freelance writer.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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