Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | MUSIC IN CONTEXTS: WHY MUSIC MATTERS | ||
Code | MUSI121 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr FL Jarman Music F.Jarman@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 4 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The aims of this modules are: To introduce students to the scope and breadth of the study of music as well as various academic approaches and methods employed in such study. To introduce key terms and concepts used in the study of music in relation to culture. To help students to critically examine how musical genres, forms, styles, artists, audiences, ideas, institutions, localities or industries work together in a variety of contexts. To provide a foundation for the further study of music and culture at levels two and three. To help students to understand interdisciplinary approaches to the study of music. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To gain an understanding of the scope and breadth of the study of music as well as various academic approaches and methods employed. |
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(LO2) To learn key terms and concepts used in the study of music in relation to culture. |
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(LO3) To acquire a foundation for the further study of music and culture at levels two and three. |
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(LO4) To gain understanding of interdisciplinary approaches to the study of music. |
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(LO5) To understand key concepts associated with musical contexts . |
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(S1) Transferable skills in critical thought, communication, presentation and writing |
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(S2) An ability to bring theoretical and methodological questions and practice/case studies together |
Syllabus |
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This module explores some of the various contexts of music's production, dissemination, and reception. Topics will vary according to staff specialism and to accommodate the needs of the rest of the curriculum, but might typically include: space/place; migration; history; identities; politics; mediation; listening; multimedia. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Seminar Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
10 |
1 |
20 30 |
85 | ||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 65 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Draft Essay. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 1 | 0 | 40 | ||||
Essay, including a response to feedback on the previous submission. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 0 | 60 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |