Curriculum

As stated in the curriculum, assessment is to evaluate the studies and how well established goals have been achieved. The main purpose of the assessment is to motivate students, assist them in their studies, and encourage self-assessment. Assessment must be ojective, honest, and fair. All aspects of the studies must be assessed, such as understanding, knowledge, skills, and progress. The assessment must provide a clear picture of learning and teaching in the schools.

The studies are divided into three levels; basic studies, intermediate studies and advanced studies. Exams are held at the end of each level to ensure a certain consistency, accountability, and minimum standards in the studies. Specially trained examiners go between schools to conduct the exams. A comprehensive review of the curriculum for music schools is currently underway, which is set to be implemented in the spring of 2025.

This system includes certain changes from the previous level structure. The levels within the basic studies will be less extensive than the first levels in the old system. The length of study will, as before, be variable, primarily determined by the age and development of the student. At the basic stage, it is aimed that a student who starts at 8-9 years old can complete a basic exam in 3-4 years. It can be expected that older students will progress more quickly. At the intermediate and advanced stages, the study increases and the time taken to complete each stage lengthens.

The Ministry of Education issues a curriculum for each instrument that include benchmark pieces for the exams. Most exams are taken in May, but some are taken in either November or March. When a student completes the exam, they receive a certificate through Speedadmin, the school’s system. The certificate is then sent home as soon as the student has completed the relevant course in music theory. If you have any questions about the process or need further information, feel free to ask!