This module consists of three components or learning arcs undertaken by both the instrumentalist stream and the songwriting stream. The components are designed to be a continuation of key skills addressed in BA1 and preparation for key skills required to enable the fulfilment of learning outcomes underpinning modules in BA3 and BA4. The indicative syllabus associated with each component will inform and aid the development of a broad skillset and encourage a spirit of curiosity and a desire to learn among students.
The individual module components are:
- Cultural Theory, An Introduction
- Personal & Professional Development
- Research Methods, Academic Writing and Pedagogy, An Introduction
Research methods in Higher Education, including research families, approaches and techniques
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Working in an effective peer learning group / Action Learning Set
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Goal setting (outputs and outcomes); creating an informed development plan
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Aesthetics and the philosophy of music
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Postmodernism in pop and rock music
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Critical Writing skills and articulation
n/a
Teaching and learning is delivered via lectures, Q&A, audio material and video material, internet resources, discussions and debates, in class presentations, small group discussions, coursework, in class exercises, e-learning facilitated by the BIMM VLE and independent study and research.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |