This unit (ACO1018) introduces students to the world of musicological research and familiarises them with methods and sources within Music and the Creative Arts. The unit examines how musicology and creative arts, in particular, approach research and inquiry. Students are encouraged to question the intentions and validity of information from a variety of sources as they come to understand important theoretical and ethical challenges in the research and production of musical works. Students also develop an understanding of the connection between musicological contexts and the language and practice of music. Students are encouraged to contemplate the foci and result of musicological inquiries in the arrangement, practice and performance of musical works.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Nicholson
Footscray Park
Kindred Studios
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
ACO1018

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Analyse basic musicological research methods in a range of musical context;  
  2. Locate and review appropriate musicological sources in an academic context;  
  3. Reflect on a range of musical sources and themes in a creative context;  
  4. Exhibit foundation interpretative skills and overall musicianship;  
  5. Develop and produce musical works underpinned by a framework of musicological inquiry.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Exercise Application of methods and theory in music 25%
Report Music inquiry task 25%
Presentation Musicology presentation 25%
Creative Works Production of musical works 25%

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