euges116
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« on: February 18, 2008, 08:48:15 PM » |
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I'm a grad student, right? But anyways, here's the thing:
I have an Associate's diploma in piano performance (ARCT) from the Royal Conservatory of Music, based in Toronto, Canada. The RCM is not a college/university per se, but more like a collection of music teachers and examiners which uses a standard curriculum. That is, there is no formal campus, no lecture hall, nothing physical (although the RCM does have a "headquarters" and performance hall in downtown Toronto.) If you're familiar with English music schools, it's like those, especially the Royal College of Music.
The ARCT (and/or its international equivalent) is internationally-recognized as the standard for music performance. It is equal to a two-year college degree. In fact, some top music performers only have an ARCT (or the equivalent), and not a bachelor of music or other master/doctoral music/fine arts program.
Music programs at Canadian universities, like the University of Toronto, normally require an ARCT before students are allowed to enter their bachelor's performance programs. Some, but not all Canadian universities.
Anyway, should I include this in my CV? I'm a psychology student, to be exact. Music has no relevance to my "academic" career, but music has always been my "love" and passion, it is who I am.
Should I mention my ARCT, and the BA, and upcoming PhD in my CV, then?
(This might be irrelevant, but there are specific performance, music theory and music history examination requirements in order to get the ARCT designation, so it's not just some random "certificate," nor simply a "certificate of success/participation" kinda thing.)
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« Reply #1 on: February 18, 2008, 08:51:49 PM » |
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Yes. Include it in personal accomplishments or some category like that. It shows dedication and commitment and is not irrelevant to academia.
(Plus you can entertain by tinkling the keys at department parties!)
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elemental
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« Reply #2 on: February 19, 2008, 02:41:03 PM » |
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No, don't include it in your CV. If it's not relevent to the professional skills necessary to your job, it shouldn't be on there. Unless you're going into music therapy, in which case it's very relevent. I understand it's something very important to you, but it's a hobby, whether or not it has an official degree, and hobbies have no place on a professional CV. But you can think of it as one of those things that will make for great conversation at conferences and at job interviews!
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« Reply #3 on: February 19, 2008, 02:50:56 PM » |
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Obviously, I disagree with elemental. As I posted earlier, it indicates professional commitment and engagement. (I know, as I know friends who have got the equivalent of an ARCT. It is not a 'hobby'! It is real hard work. Plus, the ARCT in performance teaches you how to 'act' on stage as a performer, an inconsiderable skill that transfers to university teaching)
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kbatulli
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« Reply #4 on: February 19, 2008, 02:54:29 PM » |
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definitely include!
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« Reply #5 on: February 19, 2008, 02:59:43 PM » |
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I think you should include it since you never know what the research interests of others might be and in what way this significant part of your past may at some point flow into your future research...
all the best to you!
Mischt
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« Reply #6 on: February 19, 2008, 03:01:58 PM » |
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Definitely include.
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« Reply #7 on: February 19, 2008, 03:42:26 PM » |
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Include it. Performers with Graduate Performance Diplomas (2 yrs) and the like here in the US include these under education on their CVs.
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euges116
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« Reply #8 on: February 19, 2008, 06:13:13 PM » |
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Thanks y'all. I'm leaning more towards "include," but just wanted to gather opinions first.
It was real hard work, lots of studying and practicing (so thanks to those who recognized and respected that), but my concern was that it would be seen as irrelevant to my academic career in psychology (and not music).
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« Reply #9 on: February 19, 2008, 07:35:51 PM » |
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I'd include it.
On search committees, my colleagues and I have commented - several times - on CVs containing something interesting. Usually, this is a student who has combined unusual fields ("Accounting and History!" "Physics and History!" etc.). So you might actually find that your CV stands out because it suggests an approach to your work which is unique.
But if you include it, I'd be prepared to answer questions that may arise. If someone asks you whether you've considered music therapy, or studying music and the brain, have an answer (even if it's a variation on "no").
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