Dr Jennifer Anne Robinson

Biography

Jenny Robinson is an accomplished educator, with a rewarding career as a secondary school Music teacher and Head Teacher. She began teaching secondary Music Methods at UNSW in 2011, and gained the role of Secondary Methods Coordinator in 2019.

Jenny's Master of Music (Music Education) thesis explored the characteristics of inspirational music teachers and her PhD thesis focussed on 'Factors influencing the working lives of Australian secondary...view more

In 2025 Jenny was appointed as a lecturer in the School of Education, teaching in the Master of Education, Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Master of Teaching (Secondary) and Bachelor of Education (Primary) programs.

Jenny is passionate about music education and sustaining teachers throughout their careers.

My Qualifications

Bachelor of Music Education (Sydney Conservatorium)

Master of Music (Music Education) Sydney Conservatorium/University of Sydney

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Sydney Conservatorium/University of Sydney

My Awards

National Award for Excellence in School Music Education, 2008

Outstanding Professional Service Award from the Professional Teachers’ Council NSW, 2012

My Engagement

Jenny is the current NSW Vice Chair of the Australian Society for Music Education (ASME) which promotes advocacy and professional development for music teachers.