Music staff at University of Highlands and Islands hit the right note with recognition for teaching excellence
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MUSIC staff at the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) have been recognised for teaching excellence.
The university’s applied music team has won a collaborative award for teaching excellence from Advance HE, a charity which works with institutions across the world to improve higher education for staff, students and society.
The award recognises work that has had a demonstrable impact on teaching and learning.
Introduced in 2016 it highlights the key role of teamwork.
The team behind the university’s BA (Hons) applied music degree is one of only 14 teams across the UK which has received the award this year.
The innovative course is designed and delivered by professional musicians, educators and industry experts and covers traditional, Celtic, pop, jazz, classical and rock music.
Professor Todd Walker, principal and vice-chancellor of UHI, said: “The awards are held in high regard in the sector and demonstrate our commitment to excellence in learning and teaching. It’s fantastic to be commended for the impact our colleagues are having on our students.”
Anna-Wendy Stevenson, programme leader for the applied music degree, said: “Collaboration is central to all our lives - as educators and members of society – and is a core skill within our subject area of music.”
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