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Postgraduate Diploma in Music (Piano Pedagogy and Performance)
音樂深造文憑(鋼琴教學及演奏)

CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)

CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)

Course Code
PE037A
Application Code
2345-PE037A
Postgraduate Diploma in Music (Piano Pedagogy and Performance)
QF Level: 6 QR Registration No.: 21/000141/L6 QR Registration Validity Period: 01 Mar 2021 - on-going
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Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course
Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course
(selected modules only)

Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

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Credit
60
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
02 Sep 2025 (Tue)
Duration
1 year
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$48,000
Deadline on 05 Aug 2025 (Tue)
Enquiries
3762 0094
2151 0720
performingarts@hkuspace.hku.hk
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Highlights

The programme aims to prepare students to achieve advanced technical skills and competence as a piano performer and teacher. In addition to providing specialised training for students to improve their performance in piano playing, the curriculum also drills on students’ pedagogical knowledge and competence in piano teaching so that they can develop a range of teaching approaches when delivering piano lessons. The programme also covers research techniques and methods for students’ future pursuit of research.
 

 

ON COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAMME, STUDENTS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

deliver a high standard of performance and demonstrate an advanced level of expertise and competence in piano playing;

  1. discuss piano teaching from different perspectives and a broad range of pedagogical approaches that can be used across a wide spectrum of levels and abilities; 
  2. advance their technical and stylistic development on piano performance as required of both a performer and a piano teacher, and establish a repertoire covering a variety of styles; 
  3. develop a broad range of teaching approaches to interpret different music compositions for different levels of students; 
  4. analyse different psychological theories and approaches for music teaching and performing; and  
  5. explain research principles and methods applicable to music pedagogy and performance, and apply the skills in doing and presenting academic research and critical reflection.

Programme Details

The Postgraduate Diploma in Music (Piano Pedagogy and Performance) will be offered in blended learning mode. The medium of delivery and assessment is English.

Name of Award

After completion of the programme with a pass in all modules as well as 70% of the attendance requirement, the students will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Music (Piano Pedagogy and Performance) 音樂深造文憑（鋼琴教學及演奏）within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.

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Days / Time
  • Tuesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Venue

Modules

Module Code

Module Title

Class Schedule

Credit

MUSI6030

Keyboard Repertoire: From the Baroque to the 20th Century

Starting from 2nd September 2025

Tuesday (6:30pm- 9:30pm)

12

MUSI6031

Advanced Piano Pedagogy

Starting from 3rd March 

2026

Tuesday (6:30pm - 9:30pm)

 12

MUSI6032

Research in Music Teaching and Learning (Online)

Saturday morning

 12

MUSI6033

Psychology in Music (Online)

Saturday morning

 12

MUSI6034

Advanced Piano Technique and Performance Practice

Starting from 4th August

2026

Tuesday (6:30pm - 9:30pm)

 12

 

  

Total

 60

**We will try our best to adhere to the schedule.  However, details may be revised if necessary. **

Special Features

STUDENT'S FEEDBACK
  • Teacher from [Keyboard Repertoire: From the Baroque to the 20th Century] module is well-prepared and not only presents the music theories of each repertoire, but also elaborates the cultural/history of composers/countries to let us understand why they have to compose the pieces/write in this way.
  • Teacher from [Advanced Piano Pedagogy] is very experienced in teaching Piano Pedagogy. I enjoyed every sec of his classes. His technique is highly advanced, he played beautifully and brought us into the music within seconds. He gave practical advice on what and how should be improved, provided directions according to our level of music exposure. He is humble & very generous in teaching us skills. He shared life experience that made us understand the music industry and what qualities are essential to become a pro.
  • Teacher from [Advanced Piano Technique and Performance Practice] helped me overcome the stressful of playing in public and also helped tackling our existing problems so that we can improve; Each student also has a chance to play repertoires with immediate guidance from her.
學生評語
  • [Advanced Piano Pedagogy] 老師經常啟發學生思維，而且能運用個人經驗及具體例子講解，充分引起學生的好奇心，提供大量有參考價值的文章及教材，讓學生繼續探索這科目相關的知識。

Teacher Information

Mr Chu Alan Wai Heng – BM RCM, MM RAM, ARAM

Mr Wong Wai Wing Stephen – FTCL, LTCL, LRSM, MMus, McGill University

Dr. Katy Ieong Cheng Ho Weatherly - BM, MM, Ed.M, Ed.D., Columbia University

Dr. Park Jieun Jenny - BM, MM, Ed.M, Ed.D., Columbia University

Dr Lee Yung Yung Elsa – DMA Eastman School of Music, MMus Sydney Conservation of Music, Dip, BMus HKAPA, EdM Columbia University - Teachers College

Ms Eva Lue – ARCM, LRAM, LRSM

Ms Lee Ka Ling Colleen – Dip, BM, ProfDip HKAPA, Dip HMTMH, LTCL, FTCL, LRSM

Mr Young Chap Lai Raymond – MA Wien, LTCL, FTCL, ARCM

Fee

Application Fee

HK$200 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$48,000 ( in one single payment)
  • Course Fee : HK$1,939 (Library Fee: optional)

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

  1. hold a bachelor’s degree, preferably in music, awarded by a recognized university, and
  2. have passed the Grade 8 piano examination under ABRSM or equivalent;  

If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:

a.      an overall band of 6.0 with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or

b.      a score of 550 in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 in the internet-based TOEFL; or

c.      HKALE Use of English at Grade E; or

d.      HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3; or

e.      equivalent qualifications.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

Applicants will be required to submit a video clip of 10-15 minutes of their own piano performance or teaching demonstration. Shortlisted applicants might be invited for an interview.

CEF

  • The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses
KEYBOARD REPERTOIRE: FROM THE BAROQUE TO THE 20TH CENTURY (MODULE FROM POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MUSIC (PIANO PEDAGOGY AND PERFORMANCE))
COURSE CODE 32Z133947 FEES $9,600 ENQUIRY 3762-0094
ADVANCED PIANO PEDAGOGY (MODULE FROM POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MUSIC (PIANO PEDAGOGY AND PERFORMANCE))
COURSE CODE 32Z133955 FEES $9,600 ENQUIRY 3762-0094
ADVANCED PIANO TECHNIQUE AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICE (MODULE FROM POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MUSIC (PIANO PEDAGOGY AND PERFORMANCE))
COURSE CODE 32Z133963 FEES $9,600 ENQUIRY 3762-0094
Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)
Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Postgraduate Diploma in Music (Piano Pedagogy and Performance)

  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [6])

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Enrolment Method

Please submit the following documents to any HKU SPACE enrolment counters or post to HKU SPACE, 19/F, Island East Campus, 494 King's Road, NorthPoint, Hong Kong (attention to Ms Anita Li).

  1. completed application form (SF26);
  2. a copy of academic transcripts; and
  3. crossed cheque of HK$200 for the application fee (payable to "HKU SPACE").
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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