Courses & Units
Arranging and Music Creation FCA201
Introduction
This is the third unit designed to consolidate key practical and theoretical skills relating to the practice of music required for today’s creative practitioner. You will further develop essential literacies through integrated music theory and musicianship training and apply them to create and arrange reimagined and new musical works.
Summary
| Unit name | Arranging and Music Creation |
|---|---|
| Unit code | FCA201 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Creative Arts and Media |
| Discipline | Music |
| Coordinator | Mr Heath Brown |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* 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 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Examine, explain and produce harmonic, melodic and/or rhythmic materials
- Create and develop music to a brief
- Identify, investigate and communicate relevant technical and cultural contexts for the creation of music
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Requisites
Prerequisites
FCA119 or FCA105 or FCP102 or FCA103Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
FCP201, FCA204, FCA206Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus (Hobart) Weekly workshops (3.5 hrs total) Self-directed learning 2-3 hrs per week |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Task 1: Homework and Formative Assessments (20%)|Task 2: Theory Assignment (20%)|Task 3: Aural Assessment (20%)|Task 4: Folio (40%) |
| 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. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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