Module WMP-4103:
Music in Society
Music in Society 2022-23
WMP-4103
2022-23
School Of Arts, Culture And Language
Module - Semester 2
30 credits
Module Organiser:
Gwawr Ifan
Overview
Topics will vary from year to year, responding to the research expertise of staff allocated to teach the module, and, to some extent, student interests. Proposed possible topics include: - Music, Health and wellbeing - Ethnomusicology - Music and Politics - Early music in society - Cultural Heritage and Identity - Music and Climate Change.
Assessment Strategy
Threshold (50-59)Work which displays a good grasp of factual knowledge, with adequate ability at conceptual thought, and some awareness of methodological issues (albeit limited), and showing sufficient evidence of a generally intellectual approach, with fair expression.
Good (60-69)Work which displays a sound grasp of the subject, a good level of conceptual thought, awareness of methodological and other issues, with evidence of intellectual acumen and good expression.
Excellent (70+)Work which displays a thorough grasp of the subject, with evidence of extended study, profound conceptual thought, originality of approach and excellent presentational skills.
Learning Outcomes
- On completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate critical and analytical skills of high order.
- On completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate enhanced communication skills.
- On completion of the module, students will be able to develop appropriate, tailor-made methodologies.
- On completion of the module, students will be able to provide novel and original insights into specific topics in the field of music in society.
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Essay
Weighting
70%
Due date
08/05/2023
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Presentation
Weighting
30%
Due date
05/05/2023