Key facts
UNE unit code: MUSI111
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- Trimester 3 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
Do you want to increase your understanding about the music you listen to? Music is alluring, compelling, moving and significant in everyday life. This is an opportunity for you to learn the basics of melody, harmony and rhythm, and apply this musical knowledge through listening and discussion. This unit is for beginners, those with little or no knowledge of music and no prior formal music training.
When studying this unit you will be introduced to the fundamentals of musical styles, genres and the theoretical skills required for notating and reading music, and enhancing listening skills.
You will also explore broader topics in past and present music, including its role and context in society.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
Enrolment rules
Notes
This is a unit for people who have no prior formal music studies. Any student who lacks knowledge of music rudiments and notation should enrol in and successfully complete MUSI111 before taking MUSI110.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- analyse and apply an understanding of basic stylistic features in various Western and non-Western music genres;
- recognise broad formal design features and rudimentary structures in major musical pieces;
- demonstrate an understanding of the rudimentary symbols and systems of notation in Western music; and
- analyse the style, genre and context of musical works across historical periods.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Notation task No. Words: 1000 (equivalent) |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Written task No. Words: 1000 (equivalent) |
| Assessment 3 - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Listening task consisting of two quizzes and an oral discussion Students must pass the Assurance Task in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 2000 (equivalent) |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
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