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Internship in the EM degree program

  • Pathways through the practical phases

    Depending on their individual situation and practical phase, students can choose between three possible ways of completing the practical phases of their Bachelor's degree.

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  • Internship location

    Westphalia School of Music

    From the instrument carousel to jazz & pop, orchestra, vocal ensembles, choirs and singing circles, plucked and wind ensembles, as well as ear training, the Westphalia School of Music offers a diverse range of programs. There are programs such as JEKISS and JeKits (To Every Child His Voice and To Every Child Instruments, Dancing, Singing), which provide an alternative approach to the world of music through a mix of musical, emotional and social education.
    Through project weeks, ensemble trips as well as various auditions and concerts, a diverse field of work is created, which the interns can actively experience and help shape.
    The location of the music school in Himmelreichallee as well as at schools and meeting centers throughout Münster makes it possible to work close to the university.

    Eliana Baruffol Sanchez (M.A.) | Internship supervisor
    Westfälische Schule für Musik der Stadt Münster
    Himmelreichallee 50 | 48149 Münster
    Tel.: +49 151 46573231

    baruffol@uni-muenster.de

    You can also complete your internship outside the Westphalian School of Music. In this case, please consult your subject didactics teachers and the study coordination office.
    If you are considering an internship abroad, you may be interested in Erasmus+ funding. Further information can be found here.

  • Dates for internship courses 1.1


    Winter term 2025-2026: Work placement 1
     
    23.02.2026 to 27.02.2026
     
    Introductory seminar: Monday 23.02.2026 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am
                                             Westfälische Schule für Musik (Mozart Foyer)
    Closing seminar: Friday 27 February 2026 from 12:00 to 13:30
                                     Westfälische Schule für Musik (Mozart Foyer)

  • 1st semester: Work Shadowing 1

    Extent 30 x 45 minutes
    15 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 15 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:

    4 x 45-minute preparatory and follow-up seminars in the music schools
    4 x 45 minutes of observation
    - in group lessons
    - in large group lessons
    - in individual lessons
    - in band/orchestra/ensemble lessons
    7 x 45 minutes of freely selectable work shadowing

    		  

     Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Students B. Mus. - Music and Creativity
    B. Mus. - Music and Education
    B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area Work shadowing in a music school
    Context Cooperating music school
    Ideal time in your studies 1st semester
    Time in the semester 5 days during the lecture-free period in the winter semester, following the examination week
    Professional support Internship supervisor of the cooperation music school, gerneral teaching methodology lecturer
    Organisation Internship supervisor of the cooperation music school
    Mentor -
    Registration

    Students register

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance -
    Assessment -
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students have a basic understanding of the structures of a music school. They are familiar with different teaching formats and specific orientations of the institution(s) experienced during the work placement. They are able to compare and reflect on the opportunities, challenges and possibilities of different orientations of music school work.

     

  • 2nd semester: Work Shadowing 2

    Extent 15 x 45 minutes
    Structure Of which:
    15 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location

    Year 1.2: Guidelines for the preparation of the reflection report (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Set of expectations for the reflection report (de)

    Students B. Mus. - Music and Creativity
    B. Mus. - Music and Education
    B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area Work shadowing in the field of music education
    Context (partner) music school or another institution that teaches music; it is recommended that the internship be completed in the area of early music education.
    Ideal time in your studies 2nd semester
    Time in the semester Freely Selectable; it is recommended that you schedule a consultation with your EM major advisor before searching for a suitable internship.
    Professional support Contact persons at the internship locations, gerneral teaching methodology lecturer
    Organisation Students
    Mentor -
    Registration

    Students register

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the gerneral teaching methodology lecturer
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance via the corresponding verification form and submit the proof together with the reflection report to the study office.
    Performance Reflection report (coursework)
    Deadline until 4 weeks after the end of the internship
    Assessment Gerneral teaching methodology lecturer within 8 weeks after submission
    Recording Online in CMS through the teachers of general didactics
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students can describe the organizational framework and educational guidelines of the workplace they visited. They analyze educational formats for different target groups and program focuses based on selected didactic and methodological observation criteria. They classify these initial didactic and methodological observations in relation to individual artistic and educational objectives and critically reflect on relevant competencies and qualifications in the field of music education.

     

  • 3rd semester: Observation and teaching practice EM: Early music education 1

    Extent 20 x 45 minutes
    20 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 10 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure Of which:
    20 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 Of which:
    10 x 45 minutes
    - Reflection and feedback with mentor
    - Preparation and follow-up

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area Early Music Education: Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Kita
    Ideal time in your studies 3rd semester
    Time in the semester During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the internship supervisor
    Professional support

    o    EM Internship Supervision
    o    Instructors in General Pedagogy
    o    EM Subject-Specific Pedagogy Instructor
    Organisation Internship Supervision EM
    Mentor -
    Registration

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de)
    Performance -
    Assessment -
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students have acquired basic knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in early music education. They are able to analyze these practices in light of the specific opportunities and challenges of teaching young children, and to reflect on their methodological and pedagogical design in consultation with relevant stakeholders at the institution.

     

  • 4th semester: Observation and teaching practice EM: Early music education 2

    Extent 20 x 45 minutes
    05 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 10 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes observation and implementation of 4 teaching sequences of 10-15 minutes each
    16 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activities as required

    		 Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching sequences
    6 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 2.2: Guidelines for planning and conducting the teaching sequence (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area Early Music Education: Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Kita
    Ideal time in your studies 4th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester in consultation with the internship supervisor.
    Professional support o    EM Internship Supervision
    o    Instructors in General Pedagogy
    o    EM Subject-Specific Pedagogy Instructor
    Organisation Internship Supervision EM
    Mentor -
    Registration

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance

    o    Written plan for a 30-minute lesson (course requirement)
    o    Delivery of a 30-minute lesson (course requirement)
    Assessment Internship Supervision EM
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of EM
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students are able to plan and conduct a lesson sequence in early music education, taking into account specific methodological and pedagogical considerations, and to evaluate it based on established criteria. 

     

  • 5th semester: Work shadowing and teaching practice: Teaching placement Elementary Music 1

    Extent 15 x 45 minutes
    9 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 6 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    2 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson)
    7 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activities as required

    		 Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    2 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 3.1: Guidelines for planning and implementing the teaching unit (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Teaching Practicum in Elementary Music: Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Kita, elementary school, senior citizens' group, or teenagers/young adults
    Ideal time in your studies 5th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the EM internship coordinator or the internship office
    Professional support o    EM Internship Supervision
    o    Instructors in General Pedagogy
    o    EM Subject-Specific Pedagogy Instructor
    Organisation EM Internship Supervision
    Mentor Yes (75€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance

    - Written elaboration of a teaching sequence (coursework)

    - Implementation of a teaching sequence (coursework)
    Assessment Mentor
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students possess practical knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in EM group instruction. They are able to design, conduct, and evaluate a lesson with the respective class group based on specific methodological and pedagogical considerations.

     

  • 5th semester: Work Shadowing and Teaching practice: Teaching practice instrument/voice 1

    Extent 15 x 45 minutes
    9 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 6 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    2 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson) in at least two different levels, target groups and/or offers
    7 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activities as required

    		 Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    2 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 3.1: Guidelines for planning and implementing the teaching unit (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Teaching Practicum: Instrument/Vocal 1: Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Through a partner music school or self-organized (in which case consultation with the music education instructor is required)
    Ideal time in your studies 5th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the internship coordinator at the partner music school
    Professional support o    Mentor
    o    Instructor in subject-specific pedagogy for the second major
    o    If applicable, internship supervision at the partner music school
    Organisation Supervision of internships at the partner music school or independently
    Mentor Yes (75€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance -
    Assessment -
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students have acquired initial practical knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in individual lessons, chamber music, group lessons, and ensemble lessons with diverse target groups and formats. They are able to design, conduct, and evaluate a lesson in the respective format based on specific methodological and pedagogical considerations.

     

  • 6th semester: Work shadowing and teaching practice: Teaching placement Elementary Music 2

    Extent 15 x 45 minutes
    9 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 6 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    2 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson)
    7 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activities as required

    		 Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    2 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 3.2: Guidelines for planning and implementing the teaching unit (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Private lessons, chamber music, small group lessons:
    Class observation and teaching practice
    Context Kita or elementary school, senior citizens' group, or teenagers/young adults
    Ideal time in your studies 6th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the EM internship coordinator or the internship office.
    Professional support o    Mentor
    o    EM Subject-specific pedagogy instructor
    o    EM Internship supervisor
    Organisation Internship Supervision EM
    Mentor Yes (100€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by April 1st or December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance -
    Examination Location

    -
    Assessment -
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students possess in-depth, practical knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in elementary music education. They are able to plan, conduct, and evaluate a lesson for a class group based on specific methodological and pedagogical criteria.

     

  • 6th semester: Work Shadowing and Teaching practice: Teaching practice instrument/voice 2

    Extent 15 x 45 minutes
    9 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 6 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    2 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson) in at least two different levels, target groups and/or offers
    7 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activities as required

    		 Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    2 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 3.2: Guidelines for planning and implementing the teaching unit (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Private lessons, chamber music, small group lessons:
    Class observation and teaching practice
    Context Through a partner music school or self-organized (in which case consultation with the music education instructor is required)
    Ideal time in your studies 6th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the internship coordinator at the partner music school.
    Professional support

    o    Mentor
    o    Instructor in subject-specific pedagogy for the second major
    o    Practicum supervision at the partner music school
    Organisation Supervision of internships at the partner music school or independently
    Mentor Yes (100€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by April 1st or December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance

    Students must complete two assessment components (two grades will be awarded), which consist of the following:
    o    Written lesson plan = Grade 1
    o    Delivery of a lesson (full class period) and reflection = Grade 2
    Examination Location

    The examinations should take place at the usual place of instruction.
    Assessment o    Mentor
    o    Subject-specific pedagogy instructor for the second major
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students possess in-depth, practical knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in individual lessons, chamber music, group, or ensemble instruction with diverse target groups and formats. They are able to design, conduct, and evaluate a lesson in the respective format based on specific methodological and pedagogical considerations.

     

  • 7th semester: Teaching professional practice: Teaching placement in elementary music 3

    Extent 30 x 45 minutes
    18 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 12 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson)
    14 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activity as required

    		 Of which:
    6 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    6 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 4.1: Guidelines for planning and carrying out the teaching unit and for the preparing the internship report (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Kita or elementary school, senior citizens' group, or teenagers/young adults
    Ideal time in your studies 7th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the EM internship coordinator or the internship office.
    Professional support o    Mentor
    o    EM Subject-specific pedagogy instructor
    o    EM Internship supervisor
    Organisation Internship Supervision EM
    Mentor Yes (300€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by April 1st or December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance

    o    Conducting a lesson (full class period) and reflection = Grade
    Deadline until 8 weeks after the end of the internship
    Examination Location

    o    Mentor
    o    EM Subject-specific pedagogy instructor
    Assessment

    Mentor, gerneral teaching methodology lecturer
    The internship report will be assessed within 8 weeks of submission.
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Not Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students possess extensive knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in elementary music education. They are able to design, conduct, and evaluate lessons for specific student groups based on established criteria, taking into account methodological and pedagogical specifics. They can reflect on their own pedagogical development by identifying and evaluating their personal learning progress. From this, they can draw conclusions about how to shape their own future work in music education, based on the experiences they have gained over several years of practical work.

     

  • 7th semester: Teaching professional practice: Teaching internship instrument/voice 3

    Extent 30 x 45 minutes
    18 x 45 minutes
    Presence at the internship location    		 12 x 45 minutes
    Preparation and follow-up
    Structure

    Of which:
    4 x 45 minutes implementation of a teaching unit (whole lesson) in at least two different levels, target groups and/or offers
    14 x 45 minutes freely selectable work shadowing/additional teaching/reflection activity as required

    		 Of which:
    8 x 45 minutes preparation and follow-up of the 4 teaching units
    4 x 45 minutes reflection and feedback with mentor

     

    Year 4.1: Guidelines for planning and carrying out the teaching unit and for the preparing the internship report (de)

    Work aid for lesson observation and reflection (de)

    Lesson planning work aid (de)

    Please note that these resources and guidelines must be adapted to the content and structural context of the EM internships depending on the field of activity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your mentor, your subject-specific pedagogy instructor, or the EM internship coordination office.

    Students B.Mus. – Music and Education | Major in Elementary Music
    Subject area

    Classroom Observation and Teaching Practice
    Context Through a partner music school or self-organized (in which case consultation with the music education instructor is required)
    Ideal time in your studies 7th semester
    Time in the semester

    During the summer or winter semester, in consultation with the internship coordinator at the partner music school.
    Professional support o    Mentor
    o    EM Subject-specific pedagogy instructor
    o    EM Internship supervisor
    Organisation Supervision of internships at the partner music school or independently
    Mentor Yes (300€ allowance for expenses)
    Registration

    Students register by April 1st or December 1st:

    1.) in the online course catalog (Self Service) and
    2.) according to the information in the course catalog at the cooperating music school.
    Proof of attendance Students record their attendance using the corresponding verification form (de).
    Performance

    Two assessment components must be completed:
    o    Conducting a lesson (one full class period) and reflection = Grade 1
    o    Practicum report = Grade 2
    Deadline until 8 weeks after the end of the internship
    Examination Location

    The examinations should take place at the usual place of instruction.
    Assessment

    Teaching Unit and Reflection (=Grade 1):
    o    Mentor
    o    Subject-specific pedagogy instructor for the second major

    Practicum Report (=Grade 2):
    o    Subject-specific pedagogy instructor for the second major
    o    General pedagogy instructor

    The practicum report will be graded within 8 weeks of submission.
    Recording Online in CMS through the internship supervisor of the cooperating music school.
    Recognition Not Possible
    Competence acquisition

    Students possess extensive knowledge of the methodological and pedagogical design of teaching practices in individual lessons, chamber music, group, or ensemble instruction for various target groups and formats. They are able to design, conduct, and evaluate lessons for different target groups and formats based on specific methodological and pedagogical criteria. They can reflect on their own professional development by identifying and evaluating their personal learning progress. From this, they can draw conclusions for the future direction of their own work in music education, based on the experiences they have gained over several years of practical work.