UNSW Handbook Course - The Function of Music in Film

The Function of Music in Film - MUSC2113


	Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
	School: School of English, Media and Performing Arts
	Course Outline: See below
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Undergraduate
	Units of Credit: 6
	EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
	Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
	Enrolment Requirements:
	Prerequisite: 36 units of credit
	Fee Band: 1 (more info)
	Further Information: See Class Timetable

Description

Examines the historical development of music in creating meaning in a variety of genres of film. Topics include the role of music in silent films; scores composed for different genres of film associated with Hollywood; music in non-Hollywood films (Asia, India, Australia, Europe); the portrayal of music and musicians on film; and some recent operas and other works related to musical theatre.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the role of music in film within an historical context
Demonstrate a knowledge of the relationship between music and the creation of meaning in various genres of film
Identify, classify, discuss and evaluate various functions of music in a variety of film genres and styles.

Assessment

Essay (2500 words) - 40%
Reflective journal - 30%
Contribution to class activities - 20%
Open-book exam - 10%

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