Program Overview

Introduction to the RECI Program

The RECI program, which stands for Research, Community, and International, is a personalized and pluralistic pathway offered by the Faculty of Music at the University of Montreal. This innovative program is designed to provide students with unique and enriching experiences that focus on social and current issues, ultimately enhancing their influence in the community and internationally.

Program Description

RECI is tailored for students in their first or second year of the Bachelor's degree in Music at the University of Montreal. The program's objective is to offer a customized academic journey that places students at the forefront of their learning experience. By participating in RECI, students will have the opportunity to engage in various experiences, including research projects, community involvement, and international activities, which will contribute to their personal and professional growth.

How the Program Works

With the guidance of the program's coordinators, students will select experiences that align with their interests, shaping their academic path in a personalized manner. These experiences can range from attending conferences, participating in research projects during the summer, engaging in community organizations, or undertaking social projects within course-projects, among others.

Research and Research-Creation

Students will have the opportunity to multiply their experiences in scientific or university environments, as well as in the private sector and public institutions. They can participate in research projects and familiarize themselves with methodologies in their field of study. Additionally, students can undertake creative projects that incorporate a social, environmental, or other dimension, based on their practice and instrument.

Community Involvement

Through RECI, students will engage in on-field experiences in various community settings. By participating in the activities of different organizations for short periods, students will support these entities in achieving their missions.

International

The program offers the chance to discover other countries, cultures, or languages. Students can experience different types of mobility, such as exchange programs, training outside the University of Montreal, research stays, internationalization activities on campus, and more.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the RECI program, students must:

• Be in a Bachelor's or major program (obtaining a Bachelor's degree by accumulation) in the Faculty of Music, in their first or second year of studies.
• Be enrolled full-time for the entire duration of the program undertaken.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative average of 2.7/4.3 at the end of their studies.

Requirements for Obtaining the RECI Badge

To obtain the RECI badge at the end of their undergraduate studies, students must complete at least 3 different RECI experiences of at least 45 hours each (equivalent to 1 university credit), subject to the following rules:

• Minimum of 1, maximum of 2 non-contributory RECI activities (extracurricular).
• Minimum of 1, maximum of 2 contributory RECI activities.
• Experiences within at least two sections, minimum.

Available Activities

The following experiential activities can be realized within the RECI pathway at the Faculty of Music:

• Type of activity | Research and research-creation section | Community section | International section
  • Contributory activity | Courses: Processus d'apprentissage en musique (MIN1804) | Courses: Cours HORizon (FAS), Courses related to Indigenous cultures | Student exchange (semester abroad)
  • Non-contributory activity (extracurricular) | Colloquiums, Symposiums, Personal project in research or research-creation | Volunteering: Équipe Pairs-Aidants (PAMUM), Association étudiante de la Faculté de musique (AÉMUM) | Experience: Campus activities, Professional experience
  • Personal project | Personal project in research or research-creation | Personal project in community | Personal project internationally

Program Personnel

The RECI program at the Faculty of Music is coordinated by Jean-Michaël Lavoie, with support from various advisors and professors who oversee different aspects of the program, including research, community involvement, and international activities.

Conclusion

The RECI program at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Music offers a unique opportunity for students to personalize their academic journey, engage in meaningful experiences, and develop skills that will enhance their career prospects and personal growth. By focusing on research, community involvement, and international experiences, RECI provides a comprehensive and enriching educational pathway.