ObjectivesThe BA in Music and Korean Studies is a Dual Honours four-year 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 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. Korean Studies: Korean studies modules cover language acquisition and in years three and four, focus upon particular aspects of the history, culture and business life of Korea. The second year of the degree programme is spent abroad and is a great opportunity to expand both your language skills and your understanding of Korean society. This course is run by the Department of Music and the School of East Asian Studies.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements GCE/VCE A Levels - BBB-BBC Two GCE A Levels plus two GCE AS Levels - BB+BB 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 Korean 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 Korean Language I 20
Korean Language II 20
The History of Korea 20
Critical Responses to Music 10
Music of the World 10
Case Studies in Western Music 10
Composition 10
Critical Responses to Music 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
Korean Year Abroad 120
Typical Third Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Advanced Korean Language I 20
Advanced Korean Language II 20
Contemporary Korean Society 20
Analytical Approaches to Music 20
Ballet Music in the Twentieth Century 20
Baroque Counterpoint 20
Classical Harmony 20
Contemporary Popular Music 20
Creative Applications of Music Technology 20
Early Nineteenth-Century Harmonic Styles 20
Ensemble Class 20
Ethnomusicology 20
History of Popular Music 20
Intermediate Composition 20
Jazz History 20
Messiaen and His Times 20
Music Perception 20
Music and Arts Administration 20
Music and the Recording Industry 20
Music in Culture and Society 20
Music in Education 20
Music in Paris 1900-45 20
Music in the Community 20
Music of Africa 20
Musical Culture in East Asia 20
Nineteenth-Century Symphonic Thought 20
Orchestral Technique 20
Practical Skills 20
Practice and Concepts of Improvisation 20
Psychological Approaches to Performance 20
Sound Recording Practice 20
Studies in Music since 1945 20
The American Experimental Tradition 20
The Late Baroque 20
The Operas of Mozart 20
The String Quartet, 1770-1828 20
Wagnerian Music Drama 20
World Music Performance 20
Typical Fourth Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Advanced Korean Language III 20
Advanced Korean Language IV 20
Extended Dissertation 40
Extended Portfolio of Compositions 40
Extended Prepared Instrumental or Vocal Recital 40