BMus Music Education
About this course
BMus in Education, focusing on music pedagogy and practice over four years. Core topics include Fieldwork, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme combines general music study with specialisation options in teaching and includes school placements in the final year.
Written by AI from the university's course page and module list. It can get details wrong, so check the official course page before you rely on it.
Entry requirements
SQA Highers Applicants who achieve BBBB in four distinct disciplines are encouraged to apply. We do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject. Higher Music is preferred. Foundation Apprenticeship: One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects. Higher English is required at Grade C or above. National 5 in Mathematics or Applications of Mathematics is required at Grade C or above. Applicants must also meet the General Teaching Council of Scotland (GTCS) requirements before entry to the fourth year their degree. Candidates are required to demonstrate a strong interest in the study of music and secondary music teaching as a profession. Entry to the programme will be assessed on the strength of the candidate’s academic record, performance skills and personal statement. Candidates are required to have a competence on an instrument or voice as well as basic piano skills. Graded qualifications on instrument or voice are welcome but are not essential. Candidates will be invited to interview. A Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland will be conducted by the University. This is required of all applicants who firmly accept an unconditional offer of admission (so their status is UF), even those who have been checked previously. A LEVELS Three A Levels at BBC. A Level Music is preferred. GCSE Mathematics is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature are required at Grade C/4 or above. Applicants must also meet the General Teaching Council of Scotland (GTCS) requirements before entry to the fourth year their degree. Candidates are required to demonstrate a strong interest in the study of music and secondary music teaching as a profession. Entry to the programme will be assessed on the strength of the candidate’s academic record, performance skills and personal statement. Candidates are required to have a competence on an instrument or voice as well as basic piano skills. Graded qualifications on instrument or voice are welcome but are not essential. Candidates will be invited to interview. A Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland will be conducted by the University. This is required of all applicants who firmly accept an unconditional offer of admission (so their status is UF), even those who have been checked previously. IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE Five subjects at H3. Music at Higher preferred. O4 Mathematics and H3 English are required. Applicants must also meet the General Teaching Council of Scotland (GTCS) requirements before entry to the fourth year their degree. Candidates are required to demonstrate a strong interest in the study of music and secondary music teaching as a profession. Entry to the programme will be assessed on the strength of the candidate’s academic record, performance skills and personal statement. Candidates are required to have a competence on an instrument or voice as well as basic piano skills. Graded qualifications on instrument or voice are welcome but are not essential. Candidates will be invited to interview. A Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland will be conducted by the University. This is required of all applicants who firmly accept an unconditional offer of admission (so their status is UF), even those who have been checked previously. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 32 points at 5, 5, 5. Music at HL5 or above is preferred. SL in Mathematics or Mathematics Studies at 4 or above and HL in English at 5 or above are also required. Applicants must also meet the General Teaching Council of Scotland (GTCS) requirements before entry to the fourth year their degree. Candidates are required to demonstrate a strong interest in the study of music and secondary music teaching as a profession. Entry to the programme will be assessed on the strength of the candidate’s academic record, performance skills and personal statement. Candidates are required to have a competence on an instrument or voice as well as basic piano skills. Graded qualifications on instrument or voice are welcome but are not essential. Candidates will be invited to interview. A Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland will be conducted by the University. This is required of all applicants who firmly accept an unconditional offer of admission (so their status is UF), even those who have been checked previously.
See the highest paying Education & Teaching degrees in the UK →
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 45%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 85%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 150 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- South East: 1%
- Scotland: 95%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Modules
- Academic Writing for Language & Literature
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Digital Musicianship: Music Making in the Digital Age
- Introduction to Music Theory and Harmony
- Performing and Composing 1
- Performing and Composing 2
- Writing About Music
- Analysing Music
- Introduction to Ethnomusicology
- Global Music History
- Scottish Folklore and Oral Traditions
- School Experience 1 and 2
- Learning and Teaching in Schools: Developing Professional Practice 1&2
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £39,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £37,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Teacher training.
What do graduates of BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is A at A level. The average entrant had 186 UCAS points.
Does BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BMus Music Education at University of Aberdeen?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.