University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module caters for students aiming to perform to a professional level or students wishing to go on to study performance at postgraduate level. Teaching will include instrumental/vocal lessons at the University Music Centre (comprising thirty minutes' tuition every week), masterclasses with professional musicians and weekly performance classes. Alongside the primary focus of performance, students will also receive teaching in careers and enterprise skills to assist their entry into the music profession. The marking standards for this module are similar to a performance diploma such as LRSM (Licentiate of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). The module may be especially attractive to a student preparing for such a diploma.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass MU2001. Students lacking the pre-requisite can audition for entrance to the module.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminars and 30 minute 1:1 tutorials, and 10 hours of additional teaching spread throughout the semester.

Scheduled learning hours: 37

Guided independent study hours: 263

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Practical Examination (Recital = 60%, Short Study= 5%, Performance classes = 10%) 75%, Coursework = 25%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 75%
Coursework: 25%

Re-assessment: 5000-word Essay = 40%, Practical Examination (40-minute recital) = 60%

Personnel