Music and Politics (MUSI20204)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)

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This subject examines the complex relationship between music and politics through a series of historical and cross-cultural case studies.

Students explore diverse interdisciplinary topics such as the use of music by political regimes, the role of music in international diplomacy, and the function of music in social movements.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • identify the relationship between music and politics using perspectives from musicology, ethnomusicology, sociology, and history;
  • identify the uses of music in political processes;
  • evaluate the relationship between nation-states and their arts programs;
  • engage with literature in the field.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should have developed:

  • a receptive attitude to new ideas about music-making;
  • the capacity for independent and critical reflection on music-making;
  • knowledge, skills and practices required for independent critical inquiry and research-based writing about music-making and the arts.

Last updated: 14 March 2025