| Code | Faculty |
|---|---|
| 01242031 | Faculty of Humanities |
| Credits | Duration |
|---|---|
| Duration of study: 1 year | Total credits: 120 |
A national first degree (3-year) in music – BA (Music) or BMus – with a minimum average of 65% and departmental approval.
Completion of an admissions test. This will include practical and theoretical aspects as well as a demonstration of music education facilitation competencies. Evidence of music competencies, including the minimum standard of Grade V Practical and Grade IV Theory (Unisa, Royal Schools, Trinity).
Minimum credits: 120
Module content:
A short research report (own choice).
Research project, based on independent research in a specialist field in music, selected in collaboration with a supervisor.
Module content:
Philosophical grounding and didactics of music education. Enhancement of knowledge for subject specialists. Please note: It is compulsory for all students selecting MOP 701 to choose MOP 702 as the second elective module.
Module content:
The module equips the student to acquire the necessary academic writing skills to do effective research and develop the correct methods of processing the information gathered into a paper, dissertation or thesis.
Module content:
This module deals with the learning and teaching of music to the young child (0-6 years old) and the child’s musical development.
Module content:
Develop computer skills with special reference to instructional design, web-page design and the application of software in music education.
Module content:
The module focuses on developing didactic skills in music education, including knowledge and understanding of educational theories and philosophies underpinning the teaching profession. Practical presentation skills will also be cultivated and enhanced, emphasising the facilitation of group music making activities.
Module content:
The module entails an introduction to the discipline with reference to its historical development and its application in musical studies today. Following this, the module focuses on African music in general, including African rhythm theory, examples of musical traditions in Southern and Central Africa, and possible applications in a music education situation.
Module content:
The module covers the theoretical aspects as well as the practical skills required for choral directing.
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