- Year of study: Second year, two semesters.
- Final assessment: Essay.
- Prerequisites: Admission to one of the applicable study programmes.
- Language of instruction: Norwegian/English
Course description
The course should enable the student to work independently on topics concerning theory and to relate them to their own practice. The course is made up of a number of modules.The course is based on Music History, Analysis and Aesthetics I (EXMUS10E).
Learning objectives
On completion of this course, the student is expected to
- demonstrate their ability to work independently on topics concerning musichistory, analysis, performance and musical thinking
- be able to relate theory to their own performance practice
- be able to convey and discuss relevant historical, theoretical and practical musical knowledge
- be able to apply material from artistic research and development
Overview
The course involves further specialisation in subject areas studied in Music History, Analysis and Aesthetics I (EXMUS10E). The subject areas are organised into modules which look in depth at selected topics and are designed to give the students tools to allow them to work independently. Examples include use of source materials, analytical tools, insights into stylistic and historical attributes, reflection on and application of philosophical perspectives on music, and relating the theoretical content of the modules to own practice.The modules on offer may vary from year to year. The student must complete a total of two modules during the course.
Mandatory module:
- Musical aesthetics: The module provides an introduction to historical models which have had an impact on music as an object for aesthetics.
Elective module:
- The students must complete one elective module. Available modules will be announced at the start of the academic year.
The english speaking students on the Bachelor of conducting programme will take part in the Norwegian Music History module instead of the elective module.
Structure
The tuition is organised into concentrated blocks and is primarily given as lectures, seminars and group work. There are reading lists and mandatory practical exercises for all modules. The structure and teaching format will be determined at the start of the academic year. Active participation is expected of the students.
The students are automatically registered for tuition/supervision and assessment in the subject in line with the progression set out in the individual education plan.
Course requirements
Active participation is mandatory for the elective module (and in the Norwegian Music History module for the english speaking students on the Bachelor of conducting programme). This means that more than 20 per cent non-attendance will normally cause the student to fail the module.Final assessment
All course requirements must be met before the student can be given a final assessment.
The assessment is based on the learning objectives for the course. The final assessment is graded and is determined on the basis of two essays. The final assessment will place emphasis on the essay linked to the student’s chosen module/Norwegian Music History module. The assessment is carried out by two internal examiners.
The student is required to submit two essay during the course. The assignment text is produced by the course instructor.
- One essay linked to the Music aesthetics module to be submitted to the academy’s digital learning platform by the date set by the course instructor, normally two weeks after completion of the module. Scope: approx. 1,500 words.
- One essay linked to chosen module (Norwegian Music History for english speaking students) to be submitted to the academy’s digital learning platform by the date set by the course instructor, normally two weeks after completion of the module. Scope: approx. 2,000 words.
The student will be given an overall assessment for the course at the end of the academic year.
New assessment
In the case of re-assessment, the same procedures apply.