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Creativity, Genius, Expertise and Talent (MUSI20222)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2025

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This subject has been designed and developed for online delivery and assessment only.

Defines research dealing with the complexity of creativity, genius, expertise and talent across disciplines, including music. Recent research will examine the natural abilities, environmental and intrapersonal catalysts and developmental processes that lead to the development of human potential in a wide range of fields.

Students will reflect on their own development and how they can optimize their own personal growth as a result of knowledge acquired through discussion of key points raised in lectures and readings.

Intended learning outcomes

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

  • articulate the causes and conditions which shape or give rise to creativity, genius, expertise and talent;
  • identify the complex interactions between natural abilities, developmental processes and acquired competencies that underpin achievement and notions of 'greatness' in a range of fields;
  • critically analyse varying theories and associated research related to creative, prodigious, and expert output and performance;
  • reflect on their own unique developmental trajectory, identify inter- and intrapersonal catalysts, and apply this knowledge within a self-improvement strategy;
  • discuss strategies for incorporating catalysts of performance excellence in one's own personal growth and development.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should have developed:

  • skills in accessing current research from international databases, websites, journals and texts;
  • the ability to analyse and critique literature and presentations;
  • high level conceptual and applied skills.

Last updated: 9 April 2025