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 | Analysing Screen Music 1 | ||
Code | MUSI567 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr AE Skjerseth Music A.Skjerseth@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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• To broaden students’ understanding of relevant literature, methodologies, and critical theories of music in audiovisual media |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate a good understanding of relevant literature, methodologies, and critical theories of music in audiovisual media. |
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(LO2) Critically analyse the relationship between music, sound, and moving image. |
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(LO3) Compare the different technologies, aesthetics, and practices of synchronising music to moving images. |
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(LO4) Develop a research proposal grounded in the cultures, politics, techniques, etc., surrounding the use of music in audiovisual media. |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis. |
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(S2) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation. |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written, and visual) - Presentation skills. |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written, and visual) - Media analysis. |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered in this module may include: • Key terms and techniques of synchronising music to moving images Resources will be made available to students through Canvas, UoL’s Learning Management System. Students will be expected to source supplementary resources to augment their learning outside of contact hours. Students will be expected to produce written work outside of the scheduled teaching hours. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures will be delivered in teaching rooms. Screenings will be delivered in screening spaces. The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
36 |
60 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 240 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
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 |
Screening journal 9,600 words (400 words per entry, two entries per week). Entry submissions staggered across three submission dates (S1, Wk 4, 8, 12). There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL | 0 | 70 | ||||
Open-format project (essay/video essay/podcast, etc.) that closely analyses the music of an audiovisual scene There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This | 0 | 30 |
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. |