Comments about BA Music and Journalism - At the institution - Huddersfield - West Yorkshire
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Objectives
This course provides the opportunity to develop skills in music and in journalism alongside a study of their social and cultural aspects. Core modules in Media Theory will allow you to investigate the nature and organisation of media activities. A choice of music options allows you to develop your skills as composer, performer and critic.
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Entry requirements
Entry Requirements Typically 280-320 points including C in A level Music, or Music Technology, plus six further units of study in relevant subjects (normally English, Communication Studies, Media Studies). BTEC candidates are normally expected to have a Certificate/Diploma in a relevant subject with four Level III Distinctions. Strongly motivated candidates who can demonstrate an equivalent knowledge with other qualifications are encouraged to apply. Candidates intending to undertake performance options in music should have reached Grade 8 of the ABRSM.
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Academic title
BA Music and Journalism
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Course description
Course Structure
Year 1
One Music option from the following:
Musicology 1
Popular Music in Context
Plus two Music options from the following:
Composition 1
Computer Composition 1
Musicology 1
Performance 1B
Popular Music in Context
Popular Music Performance 1
Popular Music Performance Skills
Plus three Media modules:
Understanding Media and Reporting Fact
Introduction to Writing
Introduction to Journalism: Structures, Themes and Issues
Year 2
One from the following:
Composition 2B
Computer Composition 2
Musicology 2B
Performance 2B
Directed Ensembles 1
Plus:
Popular Music Studies
Music, Media and Markets
Plus:
Media Sociology and Culture
Music Journalism 1: Writing Techniques
Music Journalism 2: Practical Skills
Year 3
One from the following:
Composition 3B
Computer Composition
Musicology Project
Performance 3B
Directed Ensembles 2
Plus:
Media Laws, Regulations and Ethics
Media Case Study
Media Audiences and Audience Research
Research Project A
Media Case Study
Media Audiences and Audience Research
Research Project
Also, Music Journalism and Media BA.
