Pedagogical studies for subject teachers
A total of 60 ECTS credits in pedagogical studies for subject teachers completed at Uniarts Helsinki earn a general teacher qualification.
What are pedagogical studies required for?
Pedagogical studies for subject teachers are required to earn a teacher qualification for the following educational institutions:
- Liberal adult education (adult education centres, folk high schools)
- Conservatories (music and dance)
- Comprehensive school and general upper secondary school
The studies are completed in accordance with the contents approved by the University of Tampere.
Pedagogical studies for subject teachers at Sibelius Academy
At the Sibelius Academy, pedagogical studies for subject teachers can be completed in two ways:
- In the Music Education degree programme, the studies are included as compulsory in the curricula of Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. (NOTE! The 2.5-year Master’s degree programme does not include the studies in question)
- In other degree programmes, these studies are an optional module for Master’s studies. Pedagogical studies in the major subject are part of the study module (for more information, see the curricula of the major subjects). Applications for studies are submitted in the spring.
Pedagogical studies for subject teachers at the Theatre Academy
At the Theatre Academy, pedagogical studies for subject teachers are included in the curricula of Dance Pedagogy and Theatre Pedagogy Master’s degree programmes.
Non-degree pedagogical studies for teachers in the arts
Non-degree pedagogical studies for teachers in the arts are intended to be completed after earning a Master of Arts degree.
The studies are intended for persons with a Master’s degree or equivalent in performing arts, music or visual arts who wish to develop their competence in art pedagogy. Those with a Bachelor’s degree are not eligible.