University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 8

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 2.00 pm Mon, Thu

This is a practical module offering students the opportunity to work in small groups in the Music Centre's Electronic Music Hub to create music from electronic sources. Accompanying lectures and seminars examine the history of electronic music, amplified music and computer music and look at works by significant composers and innovators who have worked in these genres, from Stockhausen to Jimi Hendrix. The module also offers tuition in the music software package Reaper. No prior experience in electronic music is necessary in order to take the module, but some knowledge of music notation or music theory would be advantageous.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 seminars (x 11 weeks), 1 tutorial (x 10 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 32

Guided independent study hours: 162

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100% (an electronic composition weighted at 70% of the overall grade, and an essay weighted at 30%).

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr J A Kemp
Module teaching staff: Team taught
Module coordinator email jk50@st-andrews.ac.uk

Intended learning outcomes

• To develop a familiarity with using computer software for composition, recording and mastering music
• To communicate ideas effectively using both short written answers and coherent educational Podcasts
• To develop an awareness of, and ability to discuss in detail the history and development of music technology and composers of electronic music