ObjectivesThe BA in Music and East Asian Studies is a Dual Honours course, which allows you to combine the study of two subjects. Music: An extensive range of modules in level one allows you to define your own modular programme through levels two and three. You may wish to specialise at level three in composition, dissertation or performance. A personal tutor will work with you over three years to help you make the most of your studies and encourage you to excel. Lectures, seminars and group tutorials are reinforced by individual supervision or feedback. Most of the music element of this degree is assessed through projects, performances and coursework, giving you a chance to develop your own skills and interests in an independent and creative manner. The Performance module at level one is assessed by a short recital. The level three Instrumental or Vocal Recital is given in public. While following a recital track you are given tuition on your principal instrument. East Asian Studies: The East Asian Studies side of the degree covers modern China, Japan and Korea, providing a unique perspective of one of the economically most important regions of the world in the twenty-first century. Lecture modules include both comparative modules (covering all three countries) and country-specific modules. Modules take a contemporary social science perspective, and include various topics, including modern history, society, business, economics, population and environment, identity, and linguistics. There are also modules in East Asian languages available. This course is run jointly by the Department of Music and School of East Asian Studies.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements GCE/VCE A Levels - BBC Two GCE A Levels plus two GCE AS Levels - BC+BC Scottish Highers - AABB-ABBB Irish Leaving Cert. - ABBBB International Baccalaureate - 32-30 points Core Requirements - Grade B in GCE A Level Music
Academic titleBA Music and East Asian Studies
Course descriptionOur students usually select from a range of compulsory and optional modules to add up to 120 credits.
Some departments offer courses that don't feature optional modules whereas other courses are fully flexible.
Important notice :
This is a list of modules that have been offered in the past. We expect similar modules to be offered for courses starting in 2009.
This information is provided for illustration only and you should check with the department directly when applying to confirm module options.
Typical First Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
The Transformation of East Asia 20
Critical Responses to Music 10
Music of the World 10
East Asian Cinema 20
Gender in East Asia 20
Religion and Society in East Asia 20
Case Studies in Western Music 10
Composition 10
Individual Project 10
Introduction to Harmony and Counterpoint 10
Introduction to Studio Techniques 10
Listening Skills 10
Music History 10
Performance 10
Popular Music Studies 10
Stylistic Harmony 10
Typical Second Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Empire and Culture in East Asia to 1945 20
Ethnomusicology 20
Musical Culture in East Asia 20
These are the compulsory modules for this year of the course. There will also be a large number of optional modules available to choose from. You can find out more by contacting the department
Typical Third Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Extended Dissertation 40
Extended Portfolio of Compositions 40
Extended Prepared Instrumental or Vocal Recital 40