Professor Dr. Suzanne Wijsman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Suzanne Wijsman is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia’s School of Music, specializing in violin performance, health, and musicology. She completed her formal education at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Eastman School of Music, and holds degrees in music and religion from esteemed institutions. Wijsman has performed extensively across the USA, Australia, and Europe, serving as a member of prominent string quartets, and has received accolades from various music competitions. As an educator, she has supervised numerous postgraduate students who have successfully pursued careers in prestigious music ensembles internationally. Wijsman’s research interests include musicians’ health literacy, music performance health, and the study of musical iconography in medieval Hebrew manuscripts. She has led and collaborated on several significant research projects focusing on the health of musicians, contributing to the advancement of health education resources for music practitioners. Wijsman has also been a recipient of numerous fellowships and grants, showcasing her commitment to both performance and academic excellence in music education.

Research Interests

Musicians' Performance Health Health Literacy for Musicians Health Promotion in Music Education Musical Iconography Medieval Hebrew Manuscripts

Experience

Associate Professor

1996-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Teaching cello, chamber music, and introducing performance health education.

Lecturer

1990-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts • Perth, Australia

Taught various music courses and supervised students.

Visiting Assistant Professor

1992-01-01 — 1992-12-31

Eastman School of Music • New York, USA

Instructed cello at one of the leading music schools.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae

Application Checklist

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.