Module Details

The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title STUDYING MUSIC INDUSTRY
Code MUSI510
Coordinator Dr ML Jones
Music
Eben@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2017-18 Level 7 FHEQ First Semester 15

Aims

Aims

1. To demonstrate the key approaches that have been adopted in the study of Music Industry

2. To provide a basic training in humanities research at postgraduate level

3. To support the identification and development of dissertation topics

 

 


Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the module students will:

1.be able to appraise and critique key approaches to the study of the music industries

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2. be able to evaluate and critique the distinct contributions of, and relations between, the various disciplines that have taken music industry as their object of study.

3. have developed skills in research appropriate for the study of the music industries at postgraduate level, especially the ability to generate and interpret primary data.

Syllabus

The module examines approaches to the study of the music industries. A key issue here is the interdisciplinary nature of the field; for instance the module will look at examples of approaches from areas such as sociology, anthropology, history, and economics which have made contributions to our understanding of this subject. The module explores these contributions, while also dealing in a practical way with how research in the field is conducted. Students learn how to plan and develop a research project in preparation for their dissertation. Library resources will be available through the module reading list and other key learning resources will be accessible through VITAL. Students will be guided toward some specific reading and will also be required to find their own resources which relate to their planned dissertation topic.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Seminar - The weekly seminar sessions will combine lecture, discussion and small group work, encouraging students to take an active role in the learning process. This module aims to develop each student''s skills as independent researchers. It will do so by introducing key approaches and encouraging critical analysis, reflection and problem-solving.

Tutorial - In the tutorial sessions students will be able to discuss and receive guidance on the development of their dissertation projects.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   20
The weekly seminar sessions will combine lecture, discussion and small group work, encouraging students to take an active role in the learning process. This module aims to develop each student's skills as independent researchers. It will do so by introducing key approaches and encouraging critical analysis, reflection and problem-solving.
4
In the tutorial sessions students will be able to discuss and receive guidance on the development of their dissertation projects.
      24
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 126
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Coursework  3000 words  60  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Dissertation proposal 
Coursework  2000 words  40  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Critical bibliography Notes (applying to all assessments) Dissertation Proposal Literature review  

Recommended Texts

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
Explanation of Reading List:

The dissertation is orthodox in the sense that it is a work of academic research. To this extent it draws on a general literature associated with the planning and execution of research projects involving the generation and collection of primary data.