MUSGEN 2004 - Musics of the World II
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSGEN 2004 Course Musics of the World II Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Incompatible GENMUS 1003, MUSGEN 1004, MUSGEN 3010, MUSST 1000B Assessment Exam 1 (25%), Essay (2000 words) (40%), Exam 2 (35%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Mr Stephen Whittington
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Understand and appreciate a wide range of cultural and stylistic diversity as evidenced in different traditional and contemporary music-cultural settings
2. Demonstrate aural familiarity with music of a select number of music cultures
3. Develop aural awareness and critical listening skills through assigned- and in-class listening
4. Demonstrate music research skills and confidence in written communicationUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
4 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3, 4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Required Course Reader available for purchase from Image and Copy Centre
Additional required information sheets will be available via MyUni
Required Listening materials are available for loan at the Elder Music LibraryRecommended Resources
A wealth of relevant material including journals, reference materials, and online sound and video resources, are available via the University Library's Music Database page: http://libguides.adelaide.edu.au/music/databasesOnline Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures will cover and explore the range of topics as set out in the Course Outline. Spoken word delivery will be supported by a large number of A/V exhibits.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
In addition to the 3 contact hours per week, it is anticipated that students would spend 6-8 hours per week in reviewing lecture notes, preparing the assigned readings and assigned listening, undertaking suggested readings and listening, revising for exams, and researching and writing the course essay.Learning Activities Summary
The following schedule is indicative of the topics in this course. Some topics and ordering of topics may vary.
Week 1 Introduction to the Course; Understanding 'Music in Culture'; Basic Music Terminology
Week 2 Classification of Musical Instruments; Traditional Music of Ghana
Week 3 Africa and 'World Music', Contemporary African Music in Adelaide
Week 4 Aboriginal Music of Northern Australia
Week 5 Aboriginal Music of Northern Australia
Week 6 Writing about Music and Culture
Week 7 Traditional and Contemporary Music in Japan
Week 8 Traditional and Contemporary Music of Vietnam; Music and Migration
Week 9 Classical Music of India
Week 10 Indian Film Music; Indian Classical Music and 1960s Western Pop
Week 11 Afro-Latin Popular Music
Week 12 Tejano (Tex-Mex) Music; Course Summary & Review for Exam #2
Specific Course Requirements
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Tasks Task Type Weighting Course Learning Outcome(s) Exam 1 Formative and Summative 25% 1, 2, 3 2000 word essay Summative 40% 1, 2, 3, 4 Exam 2 Summative 35% 1, 2, 3
Assessment Related Requirements
Attendance and participation requirements
Lectures: Active presence at all the lectures is expected. Because the lectures are information-dense, students are advised to take notes during lectures (personal audio recordings of lectures are also allowed). Students who miss lectures will likely not perform as well on exams due to inability to make up for missed information. If you are unable to attend a given lecture due to illness, I recommend that you obtain a copy of notes from another student who was present at that lecture.
Test and Exam Attendance: All students are required to sit the tests and exam on the scheduled dates. No exceptions will be made except on certified medical grounds or on professional/compassionate grounds if approved by the coordinator well in advance of the scheduled exam.
Assessment Detail
Exam #1 - 45 mins in duration, will assess material from the lectures, assigned readings and assigned listening as presented during the first 5 weeks of the course.
Course Essay - Students will research and write a 2000 essay. Instructions will be given in class and in MyUni in Week 6. The essay will be due in Week 11.
Exam #2 - 75 mins in duration, will mostly assess material from the lectures, assigned readings and assigned listening as presented during the final 7 weeks of the course. A small portion of questions will require recall of material from the first part of the course.Submission
Final version of the essay should be uploaded in MyUni by the due date.
Late assignment policy:
Late written assignments will be accepted to a maximum of 7 days late with a late penalty of 2 marks per calendar day applied.
Extensions without penalty may be granted when supporting documentation can be provided and then, and only then, by arrangement with the course lecturer prior to the due date and time. Extensions will not be granted under any other circumstance. To apply for an extension, use the medical/compassionate application form available at:
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3303/?dsn=policy.document;field=data;id=7446;m=view
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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