Bachelor of Musical Arts (13N)

This unit introduces students to specialist writing styles and conventions relevant to their creative practice. This unit will prepare students to engage in music analysis, criticism and research, as well as writing for other professional contexts. These may include: music…

This unit introduces students to business practices relevant to musical enterprise. This unit will prepare students to navigate physical and digital markets and revenue streams for products and services in the Australian and International music industries. This unit will also…

FCA102 introduces students to applied music theory in context of popular music styles. Students will become familiar with fundamental concepts of rhythm, melody and harmony through practical demonstration of their relationship to relevant works and genres.…

FCA103 introduces students to applied music theory in context of popular music styles. Students will become familiar with fundamental concepts of rhythm, melody and harmony through practical demonstration of their relationship to relevant works and genres.…

The purpose of the unit is to develop musicianship through the study of jazz and contemporary music theory, notation, and aural skills. Students will engage in a variety of activities aimed at contextualising the theoretical and practical aspects of music…

This unit builds on the skills and understanding gained in Contemporary Techniques 1. It is the second in a sequence of units that develop essential musicianship skills through the study of jazz and contemporary music theory, notation, and aural skills.…

This unit introduces students to the skills required for successful performance in ensemble music. The content focuses on the building of ensemble expertise and development of an effective methodology for the preparation and practice required to facilitate professional performance, behaviour…

This unit continues the work of Ensemble Skills 1. In the second semester students consolidate the processes already introduced through the preparation and performance of new repertoire. Students are expected to keep a rehearsal chart 'book'/journal that details the repertoire…

Designed to explore the procedural and artistic elements embedded within professional music performance practice, this unit encompasses the undertaking of thorough pre-rehearsal preparation as well as an intensive rehearsal process leading to (at least) two full presentations of prepared material.…

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Music Skills A is the first of two units, designed to introduce students to the study of the fundamental materials of tonal music and music literacy through the study of notation and reading skills. Students will develop fluency in reading…

Music Skills B continues the study of the fundamental materials of tonal music and music literacy through the study of notation and reading skills. Students will demonstrate fluency in reading music notation, through written and performance-based exercises. Students will demonstrate…

This unit focuses on music and its relationship with culture, power and religion in Europefrom the fifteenth century to the end of the nineteenth century. The unit aims toprovide students with opportunities to increase their knowledge of major composersand significant…

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This unit builds on the understanding gained in FCI101 Music Industry Project 1. Thisunit continues the development of students’ professional practice in the independentmusic industries. Students will engage in project-based learning activities pertaining tothe performance, recording, promotion, and distribution of…

Studio Musicianship introduces and connects students to the essential technologies, terminologies and practices associated with an industry standard contemporary recording environment from the perspective of the musician. Students will be required to analyse, participate in and produce a variety of…

The performance major is devoted to developing the student's awareness of how, why and what is required for musical expression at the practitioner level. In this first unit the primary focus is on effective practice: in practice the performer must…

The performance major is devoted to developing the student's awareness of how, why and what is required for musical expression at the practitioner level. In this second unit students build upon the performing methodologies established in the earlier unit. Repertoire…

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Music Materials 1 introduces you to the materials of tonal music through the study of diatonic harmony, reading skills and aural skills. You will develop fluency in notation and principles of pitch and rhythmic organisation through reading and written exercises.…

Music Materials B continues study of the basic materials of tonal music through the study of notation, reading skills, aural skills and elementary aspects of diatonic harmony. Students continue to develop fluency in notation and principles of pitch and rhythmic…

This unit is the second of two units aimed at providing an intensive course of study in music performance or composition, designed to build your technical skills and musical expression. A wide range of styles and idioms will be included.…

Provides a course of vocal, instrumental or compositional study, covering both technique and repertoire. Composition students will be guided in the development of an individual style of composition in a variety of musical genres. A program of study will be…

This unit (FCP113) is the first of two University Connections Program music units for year 11/12 students aimed at providing an intensive course of study in performance or composition designed to build skills to allow a successful audition into the…

This unit will provide an introduction to existing evidence-based research on the benefits of engagement with the arts in ageing, and strategies to mitigate risk factors for dementia employing creativity. The unit offers opportunities for students to undertake creative tasks…

Practical interventions employing arts-based activities, including music, theatre, dance and visual arts, are increasingly being employed nationally and internationally to improve mood and well-being, physical activity and cognitive processing for people with dementia. Arts-based programs have also been shown to…

This unit aims to provide you with a range of information and associated skills related to the improvisational expression of musical ideas. There will be an emphasis on immediacy of realisation through a range of situations and experiences where improvisation…

Complementary study is taken in either year two or year three as a specifically designed investigation to support the major study. The investigation is self-directed once the outline of the project has been agreed to by the Head of Discipline.…

This unit accredits individual students in on-stage roles in school/college major music theatre productions or those who play in the supporting orchestra/band.…

This unit continues the work of Ensemble Skills 2. In the third semester students consolidate the processes already introduced through the preparation and performance of new repertoire. Students are expected to keep a rehearsal chart 'book'/journal that details the repertoire…

This unit continues the work of Ensemble Skills 3. In the fourth semester students consolidate the processes already introduced through the preparation and performance of new repertoire. Students are expected to keep a rehearsal chart 'book'/journal that details the repertoire…

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This unit examines the role that music has played in the Western Church from the pre-Reformation period to the present day. Focusing on specific topics, it considers a range of musical styles and usages that have been developed in response…

This unit builds on the skills and understanding gained in FCI102 Ensemble, Projects and Production 2. This unit continues the development of students’ professional practice in independent and collaborative music making. Students will engage in guided project-based learning activities pertaining…

This unit builds on the skills and understanding gained in FCI201 Music Industry Project3. This unit continues the development of students’ professional practice in theindependent music industries. Students will engage in project-based learning activitiespertaining to the performance, recording, promotion, and…

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This unit requires the student to draw extensively on the knowledge and skill base established in Recording and Sound Reinforcement and requires the students to focus on the development of industry-standard project-based applications of advanced audio post-production techniques for TV,…

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Composition 2B continues study of the technical and expressive skills for music composition. Over the course of study, you will complete a folio of projects designed to establish writing skills and compositional craft, and to develop your ‘voice’ through the…

The performance major is devoted to developing the student's awareness of how, why and what is required for musical expression at the practitioner level. In this third unit the focus is again on effective practice: at the second year level,…

The performance major is devoted to developing the student's awareness of how, why and what is required for musical expression at the practitioner level. In this fourth unit students build upon the performing methodologies established in the earlier units. Repertoire…

Music Materials 3 continues study of the materials of tonal music through voice-leading and analysis of diatonic music, and introduces chromatic harmony through reading, written exercises and aural skills. The study of musical syntax and structure will be furthered through…

Music Materials 4 explores the musical techniques of the 20th and 21st centuries, through reading skills, written tasks, analysis of works in the literature, and aural skills. You will advance your understanding of the correlation between written notation and aural…

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Contemporary media is saturated with images of extreme weather events, hunger,poverty, conflict, pollution, austerity, and financial crisis. Mounting evidence suggeststhe 21st century will be defined by unprecedented challenges related to environmentalinstability, economic inequality and risks to social well-being on a…

Do you want to make a difference to something in the world you care about? Would you like some time and space to consider, develop and test your approaches in a safe environment, supported by experts in the field? Following…

The challenge of ensuring adequate and sustainable food production and equitable access to food for a diverse human population in the 21st century is crucial and profoundly complex. This unit helps you contribute to meeting this challenge. The interdisciplinary skills…

Become better prepared to deal with the variety of culturally challenging situations you will encounter in whichever part of the world you live and work. Develop an appreciation of the personal and professional benefits which come from being more culturally…

This unit aims to teach the fundamentals of good reasoning. You will learn how to construct, analyse, and critically evaluate arguments; how to identify and avoid common errors in reasoning; how to think logically and well; and how to communicate…

Do you consider yourself an ethical individual? Do you think you understand what is meant by social responsibility? We all know that ethical and value-driven leaders are required in society and what this unit will do is challenge your current…

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Who owns art: the artist, the purchaser or the culture that it represents? How does art reflect our cultural identity? Why is art a priority victim of war, invasion and the black market. Through different disciplinary lenses including history, art…

Ever thought of yourself as one in a million?Universities Australia notes that in 2017 Australia has more than one million students enrolled in Universities across the country. That is more than one million potential graduates entering the workforce over the…

In the modern world we must often makedecisions under uncertainty, weighing up ouroptions in the face of incomplete (and oftenconflicting) information. In this unit we examinethe problems of evaluating evidence, formingbeliefs, and making decisions based on thosebeliefs. We do this…

Earth is a lively and dynamic planet that is undergoing rapid changes wrought by the activities of humans. In what ways are these changes impacting on us and other species? Are we precipitating another mass extinction; the 6th major mass…

This unit uses the theoretical concept of ‘Lifeworlds’ to frame an exploration of the lifeworlds of Indigenous peoples globally: across cultural, social being and doing of Indigenous peoples at the local (palawa/pakana) Tasmania, national (Noongar) Western Australia and international (Navajo…

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This is an introductory unit for students with little or no prior knowledge of Japanese. This unit has an emphasis on the interactive use of the Japanese language. It develops competence in basic spoken and written Japanese. The unit also…

This is an introductory unit for students with no prior knowledge of Indonesian. This unit will provide students with the skills to communicate and interact with Indonesian people on a range of topics, to find their way around in Indonesia,…

This unit will explore the interlinked scientific, technical, environmental, economic, social and political factors that have shaped society's energy usage and which will impact on future energy policy and decision making.Energy science, technology, usage and energy policy affect almost all…

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This is an introductory unit for students with little or no prior knowledge of Chinese. This introductory unit is for anyone who is interested in the Chinese language and/or has the need to learn Chinese for business or academic purposes.…

Pulling together the disciplines of sociology, law and complementary medicine this unit is designed for students who want to develop their knowledge in order to understand, debate and critically analyse the use and place of complementary medicines in the modern…

The swiftly rising prevalence of dementia is one of the most significant health, social and economic issues facing the world. The global challenge of dementia will require innovative solutions to improve the lives of people with dementia and their carers.…

Sports doping is a truly international problem and has a significant impact on todays society; from cheating, to the politics and ethics of sophisticated doping programs, the enormous bureaucracy and cost of monitoring and prosecuting, along with the impact on…

This unit gives students the opportunity to build skills essential to crafting and communicating effective arguments. Every academic discipline values the ability to articulate a clear argument and to support it with logical reasons and persuasive evidence. Achieving the learning…

This second-year unit Working with Communities will give students in a range of conceptual and practical tools to understand the complex idea of community and skills to work effectively with diverse communities in their professional practice. The focus is on…

This unit introduces students to Big History, with a special focus on Tasmania. Big History is anevolving interdisciplinary field that investigates human history within the historical time scales ofgeological and biological history. It does so to understand how powerful forces…

We live in a world of sciences. From the pure physics of string theory to the applied sociology of interventions, from the study of nanoparticles to broadband strategies. Science, in its various forms, plays an important role in how we…

This unit provides an introduction to the emerging field of ‘forensic studies’. While forensic science usually refers to technical and vocational expertise, forensic studies explores the ‘forensic sciences’ as a social phenomenon. Forensic science has captured the public imagination in…

In this breadth unit you will investigate how to enhance resilience in the face of an emergency. Breadth units are units that must address ‘wicked problems’. A wicked problem is a problem that is difficult or impossible to solve because…

Human Rights are fundamental human rights that are inherent in every individual on the basis of humanity. They are underpinned by concepts of human dignity and the essential equality of all people. This breadth unit takes an inter-disciplinary perspective to…

In the post-truth world, we need to look at data of all types with fresh eyes, to be able to discern patternsand what they might evidence. Participants learn how interpretations can be biased by existingparadigms, and by cultural context. Diverse…

This unit draws on popular culture texts from the humanities – such as anime and film – and discusses these in terms of issues related to health science and ethics. The aim is to encourage students to think about what…

Tasmania has a growing reputation as a gourmet paradise, with high quality primary products and a growing fermented food and drink industry. In this unit, students will learn about the full production life cycle for fermented food and drink, from…

This unit introduces students to the world of social research. It answers questions about how to produce knowledge through empirical research, and discusses the methods used to solve practical problems. The unit covers a wide range of social research methodologies and approaches,…

This unit will provide you with the intellectual resources to reach your own informed judgments about when it would be morally right for your nation to resort to the use of armed force and what legal limits the use of…

The fast-paced development of new digital technologies provides powerful resources for addressing today's social and environmental challenges. Combining the perspectives of business entrepreneurship, regional science and information systems, this breadth unit will uncover the potential of digitally connected social entrepreneurship…

One Ocean examines all aspects of the ocean to emphasise its interconnectedness, physically, biologically, climatically, culturally and economically for humanity. This unit describes the Earth’s ocean as an entity; the roles that it plays in life on Earth and the…

Human Rights are fundamental rights that are inherent in every individual on the basis of humanity. They are underpinned by concepts of human dignity and the essential equality of all people. This unit takes an interdisciplinary perspective to the development,…