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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 RESEARCH PROJECT
Code MUMA721
Coordinator Dr L Tsang
Music
Lee.Tsang@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2024-25 Level 7 FHEQ First Semester 20

Aims

This module enables students to pursue a small-scale music performance research project of their own choosing.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) To be able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of scholarly research issues in or relating to music performance

(LO2) To be able to apply techniques or methodologies appropriate to the chosen specialism

(LO3) To be able to demonstrate critical judgment and contextual understanding with reference to relevant literature and examples

(LO4) To be able to communicate ideas via a suitable medium and in a manner appropriate to the research focus

(S1) Contextualisation of knowledge

(S2) Technical control of a (musical) medium or methodology

(S3) Interpretation and critical judgment

(S4) Communication and interaction

Syllabus
 

Module content will depend partly on the student's specialism and will also adapt to the research interests of the cohort, drawing on:

1. Understanding research-led practice, practice-as-research, practice-led research
2. Key practitioners
3. Theory
4. Historical perspectives
5. Performance practice
6. Philosophical debate
7. Analytical techniques
8. Research methods
9. Types and presentation of outputs

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method: Seminars/ structured online activities
Description: Tutor-led seminars providing opportunities to discuss specific issues and texts to support the range of work explored in students' chosen projects
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Unscheduled directed student hours involve seminar preparation and follow-up.

Teaching Method: Tutorials
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Tutorials may take place in small groups or individually depending on the specialism.

Self-directed Learning: Assessment preparation, development of skills associated with the chosen research specialism.

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   18

 6

     12

 36
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 164
TOTAL HOURS 200

Assessment
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
Assessment ID: Project Assessment Description: The project may include practice-led research, practice-as-research or research-led practice elements or it may take the form of an essay or short perfo  0    100       

Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.