• To consider debates over globalisation and the promotion and practice of popular music internationally
• To examine ways in which music is promoted nationally and internationally
• To identify key differences in the structure and practice of leading markets
• To investigate cultural and economic arguments concerned with support for national music industries

(LO1) Students completing the module will have a developed understanding of the debates concerned with globalisation and popular music.

(LO2) Students completing the module will have an appreciation of the differences between leading music markets (including the way in which music is promoted, consumed and mediated).

(LO3) Students completing the module will have a clear understanding of the debates within different countries arguing for cultural protection and government support for domestic musics.

(LO4) Students completing the module will be able to research and write an independent project at a postgraduate level related to debates raised in the module.

(S1) Critical understanding: the ability to assimilate information and insights.

(S2) Analytical demonstration: the ability to analyse and interrogate a topic and to communicate key findings in a written and oral presentation.

(S3) Collaboration: Demonstrate skills of teamwork and organization.

(S4) Time management and reliability: the ability to construct one's own research timetable, ensuring adequate preparation and the meeting of deadlines.

(S5) Presentation: the ability to communicate ideas clearly to others.

(S6) Digital fluency: enhance ability to think critically and make balanced judgements on information sources and use digital tools to communicate findings in a class presentation.

(S7) Global citizenship: locate, discuss, analyse, evaluate information from international sources; consider issues from a variety of cultural perspectives, consider ethical and social responsibility issues in international settings; value diversity of language and culture.

The module will explore issues of globalisation and the music industries focussing on case-studies and considering a range of perspectives. The module will explore different perspectives to consider how the processes of globalisation impact upon aspects such as the evolving nature of digital music distribution and consumption, the character of different music markets, the popularity of music genres and strategies for the support of domestic music markets.

Students will be required to conduct an independent project related to the themes of the module. They will be supported in their research process via tutorials. Students will report on some themes and issues from their research within a marked group online presentation.

The module is supported by a reading list accessible through the library.

Online Lecture: A weekly online lecture provides key theories and information in a structured format but also allowing for class input and so promotes active learning. Attendance is recorded in these sessions.

Seminar: Seminar discussions complement the lectures and allow for student reflection on weekly reading and tasks. The focus is on student participation and interaction. Attendance is recorded.

Presentations/peer learning: Through peer discussion students identify and present the key themes/issues emerging from their individual projects. Class presentations give an overview of new and emerging issues connected to globalisation and the music industries.

Group tutorials: Students are provided with guidance towards their projects and presentation. Attendance is recorded.

Unscheduled directed student hours: Students are directed to develop and research individual projects. They are directed towards class reading and tasks for the seminar sessions. They are also tasked with collaborating within a small group to produce a group presentation.