Musicology
In this module you will have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the field of musicology principally through the study of historiography, aesthetics and criticism and editorial techniques.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module you will be able to:
- LO1 demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the various philosophies of musicology
- LO2 Analyse and evaluate current musicological thought
- LO3 Communicate your findings in a scholarly paper
Assessment
Assessment 1: Essay (3000-4000 words) 100% Pass/Fail
Further details on the essay requirement will be given in the module briefing paper.
Assessed LOs: 1, 2, 3
Assessment criteria
Assessors will look for:
- a clear outline of the chosen topic
- an appropriate musicological framework
- clarity and depth of critical thinking
- a scholarly approach to presentation
- appropriate referencing of reliable sources
- engaging and effective communication
Formative assessment and feedback
As well as the summative assessment – the essay – you will be required to submit a proposal of 300-500 words outlining your chosen topic. You will be provided with written feedback on your proposal. This is formative work and does not generate a grade, but it is your main opportunity to get feedback on your ideas. Feedback will be provided on Moodle.
Resources
Required reading
See module briefing paper.
Library reading lists
Performance Practice : 19th-20th Century Music https://rcs.koha-ptfs.co.uk/cgi-bin/koha/opac-shelves.pl?op=view&shelfnumber=62
Performance Practice : Baroque and Classical Music https://rcs.koha-ptfs.co.uk/cgi-bin/koha/opac-shelves.pl?op=view&shelfnumber=61
Summary details
| Module title | Musicology |
|---|---|
| SCQF level | 11 |
| Credit rating | 20 SCQF (10 ECTS) |
| Status | Core |
| Module coordinator | Dr Brianna Robertson-Kirkland |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Anti-requisites | None |
| Next steps | PhD, DPerf |
| Learning modes | Indicative hours |
| Scheduled study | 22 |
| Directed study | 60 |
| Independent study | 118 |
| Total notional student effort | 200 |