Masters students will analyse the concept curriculum and the process and procedures in curriculum development and implementation. In the process, students will be assisted to realise and appreciate the need to come up with curriculum relevant to commerce and industry for sustainable national economic development.

Conceptualisation of sciences and the development of scientific thinking among young learners is important in successfully driving the economy of any nation today and for the achievement of national development goals.  The course content focuses on curricula and pedagogies that are true to the nature of sciences, consistent with desired educational aims and align with developmentally appropriate practices in the education of young learners. Emphasis will be placed on a frame work for the natural sciences which includes principles of inquiry, problem- solving activities and teaching practices that link sciences to society and the physical environment.

Music Technology  

This module exposes students to a variety of music hardware and software for purposes of composition, sound engineering, performance, marketing and distribution, promotion, branding and designing and teaching and learning. Some examples include MIDI, beat machines, Finale and Sibelius.

Music Theory

Instrument Manufacture and or Repair

The module gives students hands on experience in manufacturing and repairing African and Western instruments.  Focus will be on Zimbabwean traditional instruments. Precision and attention to acoustical properties of materials will be studied through practical craftsmanship. Creation of employment is envisaged through this module. Ability to impart knowledge and skills in manufacturing and repairing of the instruments will be developed.

Music Entrepreneurship

The module will prepare students for engagement in modern music industry. It includes areas such as music production, marketing, promotion, distribution, branding and music rights.  As entrepreneurs, they will be able to develop problem-solving skills to generate employment as label and artist managers, ensemble and solo management, solo artists, promoters, advertisers, marketers or consultants. The students will be exposed to the educational value of entrepreneurship.

Music Performance

The module assists students develop exceptional performance skills in a variety of instruments including voice, solo, ensemble and recital. Performances in art music, choral, contemporary and traditional will be presented. Knowledge and skills in the teaching and learning of music performance in different contexts will be explored.