Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
This module will address issues such as the aesthetic implications of various forms of art, music sub-genres, social issues concerning the production, comprehension and dissemination of technology-enabled forms of artistic expressions. Teaching will mainly comprise class discussion of set readings.
Aims
To explore how intersections of music, sound, image and technology create cultural and social meanings. To provide contextual understanding, designed to complement practical skills, of how music and sound interact with other media. To address topics in the fields of music industry; screen music and sound design; music video; and music technology in education.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Address the cultural, historical and socio-political understanding of music, sound, image and technology.: 1,2Address the production, dissemination and reception of technologically-mediated music and sound.: 1,2Critically evaluate arguments relating to the following areas: music industry; screen music and sound design; music video; music technology in education.: 1,2Synthesise arguments from relevant readings, and experiences as producers or users, to demonstrate knowledge of relations between music, sound, image and technology: 1,2
Two-hour classes x 12 weeks = 24 hoursClass preparation = 76 hoursAssessment preparation = 50 hours
Description of Module Assessment
1: Essay weighted 50%Essay of 1500 wordsAn essay of 1500 words, chosen from questions related to the topics discussed in class. This will be submitted part-way through the semester, so that feedback is received before the next assignment is due.
2: Essay weighted 50%An essay of 1500 wordsAn essay of 1500 words, chosen from questions related to the topics discussed in class.