Musical Theory and Education












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            Programme of study: Musical Theory and Education

            Guarantor of the programme of study:prof. PaedDr. Michal Nedělka, Dr.
            E-mail: michal.nedelka@pedf.cuni.cz


            Characteristics of the Studies
            The PhD study programme Music theory and education is set to prepare future scientific sta
            able to work independently on their creative and scientific work in the area of music educ

            theory. The study programme is to systematically deepen the knowledge in the area of inter
            results of music education/pedagogy and music and science research, including the current 

            education which should develop specific musical competence to begin independent scientific
            field. The study programme provides a scientific framework for the area of research in mus
            compliance with music theory. Program without specialization.


            Entrance Examination


            Candidates should have already completed their master's in music education (or combination
            specialization or choir leader specialization). The entrance exam is focused mainly on the
            knowledge and skills necessary for successful completion of the PhD. Study programmer acco

            selected specialization and regarding the thesis topic.
            Entrance exam
            The prerequisites for scientific work are verified by a project discussion which will be i

            essential part of the thesis defence. Applicants should submit their thesis project propos
            PhD. application. The thesis project proposal should not exceed 10 pages and the topic sho
            the current state of the researched area of interest and the possible solutions for future

            the area, elementary ideas about the objectives and structure of the dissertation, possibl
            and list of cited works which are essential for the topic and which are important for the 
            preparation.


            Evaluation Criteria: The applicant can get a maximum of ten points, the number of points f
            to study is getting at least seven points.


            Candidates are admitted to study if they meet all admission requirements
            a) officially-verified certification of completed undergraduate degree (Master´s degree pr

            b) to pass an entrance examination, reach minimum number of point determined by the Dean,
            c) to meet any other requirements specified by a given field of study.