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MODULE SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE
SECTION 1: MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
1.
Title of the module Composition, Orchestration and Arrangement
2.
School which will be responsible for management of the module Arts
3.
Start date of the module Sept 2012
4.
The cohort of students (onwards) to which the module will be applicable 2011
5.
The number of students expected to take the module 20
6.
Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module and consultation
with other relevant Schools and Faculties regarding the withdrawal NONE
7.
Level of the module Intermediate
8.
The number of credits which the module represents 30 (15 ECTS)
9.
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern) Terms 1 and 2
10. Prerequisite and co-requisite modules None
11. The programme(s) of study to which the module contributes BMus Music
12. The intended subject specific learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship to
programme learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will:
1. Understand the formal conventions surrounding the preparation of musical scores
for a wide range of instrumental groupings (A1, A2, C4, C6)
2. Be able to demonstrate a secure awareness of instrumental characteristics and
how these may function as part of a larger ensemble (A5, B2, B3, C4)
3. Be able to create new arrangements of existing pieces of music that are practical
for the forces required (A2, B4, C3, C6)
4. Demonstrate skill and judgement in the instrumentation of their own creative
compositions (A1, A2, A5, B2, B4, C3, C6)
13. The intended generic learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship to
programme learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will:
5. Learn to use ICT with specific reference to industry standard hardware and
software (D1)
6. Be self-critical of work in progress and respond to the critical insights of others (D3)
7. Be able to prioritise tasks and manage time and resources effectively (D4)
8. Demonstrate flexibility of thought and an ability to change or adapt materials for
different contexts (D5)
14. A synopsis of the curriculum
Professional score presentation, instrumentation and orchestration, harmonising and
reharmonising melodies, creating introductions, basslines or countermelodies, exploring
timbre in original arrangements and compositions, layering and textures.
15. Indicative Reading List
Orchestration
Cecil Forsyth
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Publisher: Dover 1982
The Study of Orchestration
Samuel Adler
Publisher: Norton 2002
Instrumentation and Orchestration
Alfred Blatter
Publisher: Wadsworth / Thomson 1997
Treatise on Instrumentation
Hector Berlioz
Publisher: Dover 1999
Sounds and Scores
Henry Mancini
Publisher: Northridge 1986
16. Learning and Teaching Methods, including the nature and number of contact hours and
the total study hours which will be expected of students, and how these relate to
achievement of the intended learning outcomes
Delivery of this module is by lectures, seminars and workshops. The total workload is
300 hours including approximately 2 hours staff contact time per week over two
terms. In addition to this, students are expected to supplement lectures by
researching information using recommended listening and score reading.
17. Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended
learning outcomes
a. Arrangement Portfolio plus 500-word commentary: 50 % (learning outcomes
1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8)
b. Instrumental Composition Portfolio plus 500-word commentary: 50% (learning
outcomes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
18. Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space
For this module, students require access to listening facilities, as well as audio
recordings and printed music scores. To complete the coursework tasks, students will
use music notation software. These facilities are provided as part of the business plan
for the School of Arts at Medway.
19. The School recognises and has embedded the expectations of current disability equality
legislation, and supports students with a declared disability or special educational need
in its teaching. Within this module we will make reasonable adjustments wherever
necessary, including additional or substitute materials, teaching modes or assessment
methods for students who have declared and discussed their learning support needs.
Arrangements for students with declared disabilities will be made on an individual basis,
in consultation with the University’s disability/dyslexia support service, and specialist
support will be provided where needed.
20. Campus(es) where module will be delivered MEDWAY
If the module is part of a programme in a Partner College or Validated Institution,
please complete the following:
21. Partner College/Validated Institution
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22. University School (for cognate programmes) or Faculty (for non-cognate programmes)
responsible for the programme
SECTION 2: MODULE IS PART OF A PROGRAMME OF STUDY IN A UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL
Statement by the School Director of Learning and Teaching/School Director of
Graduate Studies (as appropriate): "I confirm I have been consulted on the above module
proposal and have given advice on the correct procedures and required content of module
proposals"
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Director of Learning and Teaching/Director of Graduate
Studies (delete as applicable)
Date
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Print Name
Statement by the Head of School: "I confirm that the School has approved the introduction
of the module and, where the module is proposed by School staff, will be responsible for its
resourcing"
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Head of School
Date
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Print Name
SECTION 3: MODULE IS PART OF A PROGRAMME IN A PARTNER COLLEGE OR
VALIDATED INSTITUTION
(Where the module is proposed by a Partner College/Validated Institution)
Statement by the Nominated Officer of the College/Validated Institution (delete as
applicable): "I confirm that the College/Validated Institution (delete as applicable) has
approved the introduction of the module and will be responsible for its resourcing"
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Nominated Responsible Officer
College/Validated Institution
of
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Partner
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Print Name
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Module Specification Template
Last updated November 2011
New module specification approved by Faculty 13 March 2012