Teaching and Practice of Voice and Singing MA - 2026/7
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MA Teaching and Practice of Voice and Singing
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Teaching and Practice of Voice and Singing |
| PGCert | Teaching and Practice of Voice and Singing |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | PRC63028 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Dance, Drama and Performance
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences - Guildford School of Acting
Programme Leader
WILLIAMS Frances (GSA)
Date of production/revision of spec
18/12/2024
Educational aims of the programme
- To extend experiential knowledge and critical understanding of vocal practice
- To deepen the understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of vocal practice
- To develop an integrated approach to the teaching and coaching of voice and singing
- To impart an advanced understanding of vocal pedagogy and practice that informs the development of future practice within the field
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Knowledge and understanding of key theoretical and methodological developments in the practice of voice and singing | KC | PGCert | |
| Knowledge and understanding of practical voice and singing techniques | KP | PGCert | |
| Knowledge and understanding of the physiology of voice and optimum voice functionality | KC | PGCert | |
| Knowledge, understanding, and development of integrated professional practice and approach to voice and singing | KP | PGCert | |
| Ability to analyse and critically evaluate practice within an interdisciplinary context | CT | PGDip, MA | |
| Ability to analyse and evaluate pedagogical techniques within context | C | PGDip, MA | |
| Ability to critically analyse and evaluate personal practice and the practice of other¿s | C | PGDip, MA | |
| Ability to analyse, evaluate, and apply ideas and concepts within a vocal context | C | PGDip, MA | |
| Ability to create and communicate advanced understanding and expertise in skills both verbal and written | PT | PGDip, MA | |
| Ability to engage in independent practice and critical research | PT | MA | |
| Be disciplined and consistent within a professional context | PT | PGDip, MA | |
| Effectively communicate at an advanced level in both verbal and written form | PT | PGDip, MA | |
| Seek out critique and employ information appropriately | T | PGDip, MA |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 6
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POVM016 | VOCAL FUNDAMENTALS | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| POVM017 | VOICE AND SINGING PEDAGOGIES | Compulsory | 60 | Year-long |
| POVM019 | ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE | Compulsory | 60 | Year-long |
| POVM020 | INTEGRATED TEACHING PRACTICE | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
The structure and design of this programme enables students to develop and their understanding of key practitioners, methodologies and specialised skills in the teaching and coaching of voice and singing. The high-quality international graduates also benefit from the practical and critical understanding of pedagogic delivery and design, preparing them effectively for work across a variety of teaching and learning contexts, embedding an enviable toolkit of transferrable skills. Students engage with socio-political contexts and inclusive approaches throughout, drawing upon a range of cultural perspectives. An ethos of self-reflection pervades the design and structure of this programme, encouraging curiosity of self within the work, resilience as part of the cohort and a keenness to explore the implication of key methodologies and practioners have on their own professional engagement. The hybrid delivery ensures that the digital capabilities of students are enhanced and support engagement with the employability and the profession of vocal coaching and teaching within the industry.
Quality assurance
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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2026/7 academic year.