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Undergraduate Module Descriptors 2012/13

MD6302: Applied Studio Practice

Module Title Applied Studio Practice
Module Code MD6302
Module Tutor Andrew Lansley
School Media
CAT Points 30
Level of Study 6
Pre-requisites Before taking this module you must pass MD5301
Co-requisites None
Restrictions Available to Popular Music students only

Cannot be counted with POM303

Brief Description

Based on the experiences gained at levels four and five, students will write, record, produce, edit and master a series of four pieces of music.

Indicative Syllabus

Students EITHER individually OR in groups no larger than four will write, produce and master individual pieces of music and/or sound for four projects to a professional standard, showcasing their technical skills gained over the course of the degree. Each piece must be at a professional standard of production, and where appropriate must adhere to the agreed briefs set at the beginning of the module. Time constraints, pre-production and planning, booking of studio time, equipment and session musicians will be expected to be built in as an assessable part of the module.

Learning Outcomes

A student passing this module should be able to:...

 

  1. Work autonomously in the studio environment, whether on their own songs or on audio work produced for a client.
  2. Professionally complete a series of managed projects that are designed to ingrain applied production practice in the studio.
  3. Demonstrate a clear and critical grasp of applied studio practice and planning, as well as musical and technical ability within a professional setting and at a level appropriate to their previous learning experiences
  4. Creatively generate a suite of compositions that demonstrate aesthetic and technical control and innovation.

Demonstrate innovative skills of composition and songwriting and an ability to record, produce and master songs to a professional standard

Learning and Teaching Activities Scheduled Contact Hours: 72
Independent Learning Hours: 228
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 40% Coursework: Group work, other: Major Project, Recording.
002: 20% Coursework: Individual, other: Mixing
003: 10% Coursework: Individual, other: Mastering
004: 30% Coursework: Individual, presentation: Presentation
Special Assessment Requirements
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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