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Contextual Studies 6 (MUSI30224)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Not available in 2024
Overview
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Contextual Studies 6 is structured as a Contemporary Music Research Seminar and provides an opportunity for participants to present a research paper in a seminar environment.
Presentations will comprise a research paper on a Contemporary Music topic discussed and approved by the lecturer in charge of the seminar. This presentation may also include a performance/practical component. At the conclusion of each presentation there will be an open discussion inviting questions from attendees. Every student will contribute one presentation for the semester.
Contextual Studies 6 Contemporary Music Research Seminar is delivered in a large group format and provides the opportunity for individual research development and public delivery. Additionally there will be group discussion of issues and topics related and of interest to the contemporary music community.
Contextual Studies 6 Contemporary Music Research Seminar will provide a stimulating avenue for students to gain experience in researching and presenting a research topic, and allows students to learn about the ongoing research of their peers and share expertise widely.
Intended learning outcomes
On completing this subject students will:
- acquire the skills and knowledge required for the completion and delivery of a research paper;
- learn how to communicate and deliver a research project effectively within an academic forum environment;
- understand the nature of contemporary music research and the academic research environment including the development of chosen topic, relevant areas of research, relation to delivery and presentation and the use of various audio/visual media and performance elements in presentation;
- be able to prepare, complete and deliver a research paper in an academic forum.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of research within their discipline;
- acquire relevant knowledge, discipline and skills as they relate to the practising musician and/or composer in an academic research environment;
- have reached a high level of achievement in problem solving and communication related to research and the completion of a research paper;
- be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning;
- have the capacity to engage, participate and deliver an academic research paper in an academic environment and/or forum.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Successful completion of second year specialisations
AND
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MUSI10180 | Contextual Studies 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI10193 | Contextual Studies 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20177 | Contextual Studies 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20180 | Contextual Studies 4 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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The preparation, development and completion of a research paper.
| During the assessment period | 60% |
20-minute Class presentation of a research paper including engagement with and responding to attendees questions.
| Throughout the teaching period | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2024
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
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Type Name Course Bachelor of Music
Last updated: 31 January 2024