Hobart
Introduction
This unit introduces you to music and cultural expression in the Australian context. You will explore the breadth and distinctiveness of Australian music, investigate and discuss a diverse range of musical works, contemporary and historical, and create your own musical responses to given prompts. Gaining confidence with core academic skills including locating and acknowledging appropriate sources, and critical reading, writing and thinking, along with key musical terms and concepts, you will acquire a foundational knowledge of the styles, genres, motivations, traits and themes that can be found in the many facets of Australian musical culture.
Summary
| Unit name | Music and Place |
| Unit code | FCA106 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society UTAS Conservatorium of Music |
| Discipline | Music |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Maria Grenfell |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe, analyse and compare diverse musical works using appropriate terminology.
- Articulate musical and contextual ideas in various modes
- Demonstrate understanding of styles, genres and themes in Australian music through creative practice and critical reflections.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Students will participate in discussion and other learning activities including practical exercises in preparation for assessment tasks |
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| Assessment | Task 1. Class discussions (15%)|Task 2: Research and Referencing Task (20%)|Task 3: Essay (30%)|Task 4: Portfolio of Creative Responses (35%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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