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Spring Semester
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| Assessment Pattern |
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Components of Assessment
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Method(s)
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Percentage weighting
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Coursework
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- Observational placement
- Analysis of observation, not exceeding 2000 words (90%)
- Curriculum Vitae (10%)
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100%
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| Module Overview |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
None for BMus students |
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| Module Aims |
- To give an overview of a range of career opportunities in various music contexts in order to assist students in choosing appropriate professional development and training for Levels HE2, Level P and Level HE3.
- To introduce students to principles of skills analysis and continuing professional development
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
- Identify a range of careers open to the music graduate
- Identify and describe the common and specialist skills, knowledge and experience needed to undertake work in specific contexts, amateur and/or professional
- Recognise and evaluate your own capabilities and interests in relation to different work contexts
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| Module Content |
- Introduction to a range of professional careers including the role and function of music practitioners in administration, management, education, creating and advocacy.
- Exploration of the knowledge-base of various professions – e.g. music/arts administration, educational practice, management practice
- An overview of the current trends in careers in music and related fields
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
20 hours, comprising lectures, group discussion and visitor presentations |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Reading and resource list to follow. |
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| Last Updated |
6.11.08 |
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