Module: MUS4013-20 Music in Society

Level: 4

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Matt Dicken

Module Tutor Contact Details: m.dicken@bathspa.a

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module looks at music in a variety of historical musicology issues and explores the impact they have on music in modern society and wider cultural contexts. The module will help you to think critically about the role music plays in society and develop an ability to articulate your understanding and knowledge; decolonising the way we approach the study of musicology.

2. Outline syllabus:

You will study a wide range of current issues in music from around the world; looking at the complexity of cultural appropriation, music as a social taboo and how music can be weaponized or controlled by a state. You will have the freedom to explore your own areas of musical interest, applying new ways of thinking to develop a deeper contextual understanding of music that can be carried into exciting career areas such as education or journalism.

3. Teaching and learning activities:

Weekly teaching is delivered in three parts; a two-hour music and issues seminar, one-hour academic skills seminar and a one-hour film screening/discussion forum.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Essay (2000 words)

• % Weighting: 50%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Research Poster

• % Weighting: 50%