MU2002 Scottish Music

2024 to 2025 Semester 2

Curricular information may be subject to change

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 8

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Planned timetable

9.00 am Tue, Wed and Thu

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr J A Kemp

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Module Staff

Team taught

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Module description

The module explores a wide range of music in Scotland, examining Highland and Lowland folk music and more recent pop music as well as classical music composed from the medieval era onwards. In doing so, it aims to build up an understanding of the relationship between Scottish music and the society in which it is produced. No prior knowledge of musical notation is necessary: this module will interest all those interested in the rich and varied musical culture of the country in which they are living.

Assessment pattern

Coursework - 60%; Written examination - 40%

Re-assessment

Exam = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

3 lectures and 1 tutorial.

Scheduled learning hours

The number of compulsory student:staff contact hours over the period of the module.

Guided independent study hours

157

The number of hours that students are expected to invest in independent study over the period of the module.

Intended learning outcomes

To develop a clear understanding of the relationship between music and society in Scotland
To achieve fluency in the discussion of the defining characteristics of folk and classical music
To develop listening skills relating to musical idioms, genres, forms and ornamentation through demonstrations by visiting specialists and in (non-assessed) classroom music-making
To develop the ability to discuss in detail the significance of events and figures involved in the history of Scottish Music
To gain confidence in precise, analytical writing, with clear, logical structure of complex ideas, and competent presentation (e.g. written to a given word length, and competently referenced), and in oral presentational skills gained from tutorial group participation