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Department of Music Education

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About Department

  • Courses:

  • The department focuses on studying various courses, including:
  • Western Music Theory
  • Arabic Music Theory
  • Vocal Training
  • History and Appreciation of Music
  • Organology (Science of Musical Instruments)
  • History and Appreciation of Arabic Music
  • History and Analysis of Western Music
  • Improvisation
  • History and Analysis of Arabic Music
  • Verbal Voice Training
  • Choral Conducting
  • Ensemble Performance

  • Vision:

  • The Department of Music Education aims to prepare teachers capable of meeting the needs of local and regional communities, developing human resources, and contributing to local and regional development. It also strives to achieve excellence among local and international universities by providing outstanding educational and research opportunities in accordance with international standards.

  • Mission:

  • The department is dedicated to graduating students with diverse skills, equipping them to become future teachers and creative thinkers in the field of music education. It emphasizes auditory arts and creative environmental industries while focusing on practical application and artistic organization using modern technologies.

  • Objectives:

  • Establish an academic environment that supports intellectual freedom and personal initiatives.
  • Develop and modernize teaching and learning methods.
  • Prepare music education teachers to serve various community sectors.
  • Integrate music with other arts, fostering artistic appreciation and aesthetic awareness.
  • Deepen music’s role in enriching and preserving cultural heritage.
  • Develop research and analytical skills, along with interpersonal and communication abilities.
  • Recruit and support qualified faculty members, encouraging research and self-development.
  • Equip studios and workshops to enhance music and arts education.
  • Promote scientific research in the field of music education and teaching.

  • Specialization:

  • Music Education Division.
Undergraduates

  • Academic Degree:

  • The Faculty of Education at Suez Canal University grants a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education after completing four years of study.

  • Duration of Study:

  • The program extends over four years, divided into two phases:
  • Phase One: First and Second Year.
  • Phase Two: Third and Fourth Year.
  • Each academic year is divided into two semesters, with each semester lasting 17 weeks (15 weeks of study and 2 weeks of exams).

  • Promotion System:

  • Students are promoted to the next level only upon successfully passing all courses. Those failing one or two subjects are allowed to take a supplementary exam.

  • Admission Requirements:

  • A high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
  • Fulfillment of the Supreme Council of Universities’ conditions.
  • Full-time commitment to studies.
  • Passing the aptitude tests, which include:
    • Personal Interview
    • Music Aptitude Test
    • Medical Examination

  • Language of Instruction:

  • All subjects are taught in Arabic, except for courses in foreign language specializations.
  • Educational courses are taught in Arabic, except for scientific subjects, which are delivered in English.

  • Attendance and Assessment Criteria:

  • Students must maintain a minimum attendance rate of 75% in all theoretical and practical courses.
  • Written exams last between two to three hours, depending on course content.
  • Failing field training results in failing the academic year.
  • The final grade is calculated based on the cumulative GPA over the four years of study.

  • Grading System:

  • Excellent: 90% - 100%
  • Very Good: 80% - 90%
  • Good: 70% - 80%
  • Pass: 60% - 70%
  • Weak: 40% - 50%
  • Very Weak: Below 40%
Postgraduates

Postgraduate Degrees Offered:

The Faculty of Education at Suez Canal University offers the following academic degrees for graduates:

  • Diploma Degree
  • Master’s Degree
  • Doctorate (PhD) Degree

Study System:

  • Students may enroll in the Fall and Spring semesters with a maximum of 20 credit hours per semester.
  • In the Summer semester, students may register for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
  • Research registration hours are not included in the credit hour limits.

Admission Requirements:

  • Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
  • Applicants must meet all requirements and obtain approval from both the Department and Faculty Councils.
  • Submission of all required documents to the Graduate Studies and Research Administration is mandatory.
  • Enrollment will not be finalized until the tuition fees are paid.
  • Students who fail to complete registration procedures by:
    • The second week of the Fall or Spring semester
    • The first week of the Summer semester
      will not be allowed to attend classes.
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