University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: Both

Planned timetable: TBC

This module explores the development of the relationship between folk music revival and wider society in the twentieth century United States. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, folk music attained an unprecedented level of popularity in the US, particularly among politically active young people. As it became the ideal medium through which to express the desire for social change and ideals of community and solidarity, a new generation of perceptive songwriters - including Tom Paxton, Joan Baez and Bob Dylan - became vital spokespeople for their generation. The module aims, through use of primary texts, films and music, to examine and to evaluate this movement from its roots to its legacy.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 33

Guided independent study hours: 267

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 27%
Coursework: 13%

Personnel