Jazz and Popular Music
Bachelor’s Degree Programme (First-Cycle Studies)
Programme Overview
The Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Jazz and Popular Music at the Faculty of Music, University of Rzeszów, is designed for talented and ambitious musicians who aspire to develop their artistic individuality and pursue a professional career in the contemporary music industry.
Combining a strong practical focus with a solid theoretical foundation, the programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience required to thrive in a wide range of musical and creative professions. Students receive comprehensive training in vocal and instrumental performance, both as soloists and ensemble musicians, while developing the artistic versatility essential in today’s dynamic cultural landscape.
The programme places a strong emphasis on professional performance practice, enabling students to gain first-hand experience through individual tuition, ensemble projects, concerts, workshops, and creative collaborations. The curriculum is regularly updated to respond to developments within the music industry, ensuring that graduates are prepared for contemporary artistic and professional challenges.
Classes are delivered by highly qualified academics and distinguished Polish performers whose extensive artistic experience provides students with valuable insight into the profession. The success of our graduates, including numerous prize-winners in national and international competitions, stands as a testament to the high quality of education offered by the Faculty.
Studying at the Faculty of Music offers the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded artists, perform in a variety of musical settings, and develop a distinctive artistic voice within a dynamic creative community. Located in a city renowned for its dynamic cultural life and growing innovation sector, the University of Rzeszów offers an inspiring environment in which young artists can develop their talents and realise their professional ambitions.
Graduate Profile
Graduates of the programme possess a broad range of artistic and professional competences that enable them to perform successfully in diverse musical settings. They are prepared for careers as solo performers, chamber musicians, ensemble members, and orchestral musicians specialising in jazz, popular, and contemporary music.
The knowledge and skills acquired during the programme also provide a foundation for artistic activity within the wider field of music, including selected areas of classical performance. Graduates are well equipped to engage in creative projects, collaborate with cultural institutions, and pursue further artistic and academic development.
Career Prospects
Graduates may pursue careers in a variety of artistic and cultural sectors, including:
- Cultural institutions and arts organisations
- Symphony and chamber orchestras
- Big bands and popular music ensembles
- Musical and theatrical productions
- Recording studios as session musicians or solo artists
- Music festivals and concert organisations
- Private music schools and educational centres
- Independent artistic and entrepreneurial projects
The programme also provides excellent preparation for further study at Master’s level.
Master’s Degree Programme (Second-Cycle Studies)
Programme Overview
The Master’s Degree Programme in Jazz and Popular Music is intended for musicians seeking advanced artistic development and specialised professional preparation within the contemporary music industry.
The curriculum combines advanced performance training with practical expertise in music production, songwriting, arranging, recording technologies, and creative project management. Students refine their artistic identity while developing the professional competencies required to operate successfully in diverse musical and organisational environments.
Particular emphasis is placed on workshop-based learning, artistic experimentation, and the development of an individual creative voice. Alongside performance-focused modules, students develop professional expertise in studio production, digital audio workstations (DAWs), music notation software, sound recording technologies, and copyright-related issues relevant to contemporary music practice.
The programme reflects the evolving demands of the music industry and provides students with opportunities to engage in ambitious artistic projects under the guidance of experienced performers, producers, and educators.
Graduate Profile
Graduates of the Master’s Degree Programme possess advanced artistic, technical, and organisational competences that enable them to pursue professional careers at the highest level of musical practice.
They are prepared to work as performers, composers, arrangers, producers, songwriters, ensemble leaders, and creative entrepreneurs. Their expertise extends beyond popular music and enables them to engage in a broad spectrum of artistic activities within contemporary musical culture.
The programme fosters independent artistic thinking, creative innovation, and professional confidence, preparing graduates for leadership roles within the cultural and creative sectors.
Career Prospects
Graduates may pursue professional careers as:
- Performing artists and soloists
- Ensemble and orchestra musicians
- Music producers and arrangers
- Songwriters and composers
- Session musicians
- Recording and production specialists
- Artistic directors and project coordinators
- Educators in music schools and cultural institutions
- Freelance artists working within national and international music markets
Employment opportunities are available in cultural institutions, theatres, recording studios, production companies, media organisations, educational institutions, and a wide range of creative industries.
Why Choose Jazz and Popular Music at the University of Rzeszów?
- Intensive practical training led by acclaimed performers and educators
- Modern facilities supporting performance, recording, sound engineering, and production
- Individual artistic development and mentorship
- Numerous opportunities for concerts, artistic projects, and professional collaborations
- A dynamic and supportive creative environment
- Preparation for successful careers in the international music industry
Join the Faculty of Music at the University of Rzeszów and transform your passion for music into a professional future. Develop your artistic potential, gain valuable experience within the music industry, and become part of a thriving community of creative musicians shaping the future of contemporary music.
Contact
Email: jogancarz@ur.edu.pl
Phone: +48 17 872 2811