Program

Music / Education (Secondary) - 3446

Program Summary

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Contact: education@unsw.edu.au

Campus: Kensington Campus

Career: Undergraduate

Typical Duration: 5 Years

Typical UOC Per Semester: 24

Min UOC Per Semester: 6

Max UOC Per Semester: 24

Min UOC For Award: 240

UAC Code: 422005

ATAR: N/A  

International Entry Requirements: See International Entry Requirements

Award(s):

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

Bachelor of Music (Major)

Information valid for students commencing 2013.
Students who commenced prior to 2013 should go to the Handbook's Previous Editions

Program Description

The Dual award degree program Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (UNSW BMusic BEd (Secondary)) is a five year program (full time) for intending specialist music teachers. Graduates of BMusic BEd (Secondary) are qualified to teach classroom and instrumental/vocal music from Grade 7 to 12.

The BMusic offers intensive pre-professional training in four Streams: Music Creative Practice, Music Inquiry, Sonic Arts, and Music Pedagogy.

Program Objectives and Graduate Attributes

The Graduate Attributes for the UNSW BMus are as follows:
  1. The skills involved in scholarly enquiry, such as information literacy, critical analysis, and writing
  2. An in-depth engagement with discipline-specific knowledge, such as instrumental or vocal performance, composition, score reading and writing skills, inner hearing, music theory, and repertoire knowledge
  3. Engagement with music in its interdisciplinary context through the study of music history, music ethnography/anthropology, and music technology
  4. Capacity for analytical and critical thinking and for creative problem-solving through individual instrumental or vocal study, composition, participation in performing ensembles and academic tasks involving theoretical issues
  5. Information Literacy – the skills to locate, evaluate and use relevant information;
  6. The capacity for enterprise, initiative and creativity, developed primarily through opportunities for performing and composing, and being involved in concert organizing and musical leadership
  7. An appreciation of, and respect for, diversity, through participation in and study of diversity of musical practice and thinking
  8. High levels of oral and written communication, supported with discipline-based forms of communication such as scores and music performance
  9. Skills required for collaborations and contribution to the international community are developed through individual instrumental or vocal performance, composition, ensemble performances and the study of diverse musical styles and practices
  10. Respect for ethical practice and social responsibility are fostered through links with the music industry and discussions of professional practices in theory and practice alike.
The Graduate Attributes for the UNSW BEd (Secondary) are as follows:
  1. Know students and how they learn
  2. Know the content and how to teach it
  3. Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
  4. Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
  5. Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning
  6. Engage in professional learning
  7. Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community.

Program Structure

Requirements for the Bachelor of Music in Dual Mode

The basic requirements for the degree in Dual mode (144 UOC) are:
  1. Musicology Core (30 UOC)
  2. Musicianship Core (24 UOC)
  3. Performance Laboratory Core (48 - 54 UOC)
  4. Stream Gateway Course (6 UOC)
  5. Prescribed Stream and Music electives (18 – 24 UOC)
  6. Directed Study (6 UOC)
  7. Music Capstone (6 UOC)
Level 1
Level 2
  • MUSC2116 Sound, Society, and Self in World Music (6 UOC)
  • MUSC2601 Advanced Studies in Music History and Culture 1 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC2602 Materials and Structures of Music 3 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC2603 Materials and Structures of Music 4 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC2701 Performance Laboratory 3 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC2702 Performance Laboratory 4 (6 UOC)

  • Level 3
  • MUSC3601 Advanced Studies in Music History and Culture 2 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC3701 Performance Laboratory 5 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC3702 Performance Laboratory 6 (6 UOC)

  • Stream Gateway Course
  • MUSC3602 Professional Practices (6 UOC) OR
  • MUSC3603 Music Studio Teaching (6 UOC) OR
  • MUSC3604 Investigating Music (6 UOC) OR
  • MUSC3605 Synergies in Sound and Technology (6 UOC)
  • Prescribed Electives
  • Prescribed Stream elective (6 UOC)
  • Prescribed Music elective (6 UOC)
  • Level 4 (Pass)
  • MUSC4701 Performance Laboratory 7 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC4702 Performance Laboratory 8 (6 UOC)
  • MUSC4703 Performance Laboratory 9 (6 UOC) - for Music Creative Practice Stream only
  • MUSC4601 Directed Study (6 UOC)
  • MUSC3101 Music Capstone (6 UOC)

  • Prescribed Electives
  • Prescribed Music electives (6 UOC – 12 UOC)

  • Level 4 (Honours)

    For practice focused candidates
    1. List A Faculty-wide seminar (6 UOC)
    2. Practice-based Project (composition portfolio, project or recital) (24 UOC)
    3. Thesis (18 UOC)
    OR

    For research focused candidates

    1. List A Faculty-wide seminar (6 UOC)
    2. Music research seminar (12 UOC)
    3. Thesis (30 UOC)

    Prescribed Electives

    Prescribed stream and music electives are chosen from the list of offerings published by the program.

    Award with Distinction

    High achieving students who secure a WAM of 75 across their program and who have completed at at least 48 UOC of their program at UNSW are eligible for the award of their Pass Degree "with Distinction".

    Honours

    High achieving BMus students (in Single or Dual mode) may apply for entry to Honours. Honours is taken in year four of the Program and allows a student to further explore their studies. It involves seminars and a thesis for candidates focusing on music research OR one seminar, a thesis, and the completion of a practice-based project for candidates focusing on music practice. Those students who are considering Honours should submit an expression of interest at the beginning of Level 4 and complete a formal application at the end of Level 4. Both should be submitted to the Honours Convenor of the School of the Arts and Media. Entry to Honours requires a WAM of 70 or higher in the depth component of the program and is subject to resources and the approval of the Head of School in which the stream(s) is/are based. Honours is awarded in three classes (Class 1, Class 2 in two Divisions, and Class 3). If requirements for these classes are not met the Pass degree will be awarded if the student is not already a Graduate of the program.

    Performance Ensembles

    BMus students must take part in a required number of the performance ensembles offered by the School, one of which must be a major performing ensemble.

    Academic Rules

    To qualify for the award of the degree at Pass level, a student must:
    1. enrol in the Bachelor of Music and complete 144 UOC
    2. complete the core requirements
    3. complete the prescribed elective requirements
    4. complete at least 36 UOC of Level 1 courses before enrolling in Level 2 courses
    5. complete at least 36 UOC of Level 2 courses before enrolling in Level 3 courses
    6. complete at least 36 UOC of Level 3 courses before enrolling in Level 4 courses
    7. complete at least 120 UOC overall before enrolling in the Capstone course

    Honours

    To qualify for the award of the degree with Honours, a student must:
    1. hold a WAM of 70 or higher, by the end of Level 3, in those streams they are seeking to further study
    2. complete the List A coursework requirement for their area of study (6 UOC)
    3. complete a practical project (24 UOC)
    4. complete a research project or thesis (18 UOC)
    OR
    1. hold a WAM of 70 or higher, by the end of Level 3, in those streams they are seeking to further study
    2. complete the List A coursework requirement for their area of study (6 UOC)
    3. complete the music research seminar (12 UOC)
    4. complete a thesis (30 UOC)

    Requirements for the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) in Dual Mode

    The basic requirements for the degree in Dual mode (96 UOC) are:
    1. Education Core (60 UOC)
    2. Prescribed Education method electives (24 UOC)
    3. Prescribed Education electives (12 UOC)

    Core

    Level 1
    Level 2
    Level 3
    Level 4

    Professional Experience

    EDST2002, EDST6760 and EDST6761 provide students with a total of 80 days of professional experience in secondary schools and other educational settings.

    Prescribed Education Methods

    Students complete four courses (24 UOC) in one double teaching specialisation:

    Prescribed Education Electives

    English Proficiency

    Proficiency in English is essential in all Education courses. Prospective teachers must be able to communicate effectively with school students and staff members.

    It is expected that all applicants will have a Higher School Certificate minimum Band 4 in Standard English or a Higher School Certificate minimum Band 4 in English as a Second Language or a Higher School Certificate minimum Band 4 in Advanced English or An overall IELTS score of 7.5, with a minimum of 8.0 in speaking and Listening and a minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing or the equivalent.

    Award with Distinction

    High achieving students who secure a WAM of 75 across their program and who have completed at least 48 UOC of their program at UNSW are eligible for the award of their Pass Degree "with Distinction".

    Honours

    High achieving BEd (Secondary) students may apply for entry to Honours. Honours is an additional year of study (two years part-time) which allows a student to further explore the field of Education. It involves seminars and the completion of a thesis. Those students who are considering Honours should submit an expression of interest at the beginning of Level 5 and complete a formal application at the end of Level 5. Both should be submitted to the School of Education Honours Convenor. Entry to Honours requires a WAM of 70 or higher in the program and is subject to resources and the approval of the Head of School Education. Honours is awarded in three classes (Class 1, Class 2 in two Divisions, and Class 3). If requirements for these classes are not met the Pass degree will be awarded if the student is not already a Graduate of the program.

    Academic Rules

    To qualify for the award of the degree at Pass level, a student must:
    1. enrol in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) in Dual mode and complete 96 UOC;
    2. complete the method requirements for one or two areas of teaching specialisation
    3. complete at least 30 UOC of Level 1 courses before enrolling in Level 2 courses
    4. complete at least 30 UOC of Level 2 courses before enrolling in Level 3 courses

    Honours

    To qualify for the award of the degree with Honours, a Single or Dual award student must:
    1. be a Graduand or Graduate of the Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
    2. hold a WAM of 70 or higher in those streams they are seeking to further study
    3. complete the List A and List B seminar coursework requirement for their area of study (18 UOC)
    4. complete a research project or thesis (30 UOC)

    Sample Program

    It is strongly recommended that students follow the sample program to ensure compliance with course requirements.

    Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Example for Music Creative Practice Stream

     
    Level 1

    Semester 1

    MUSC1101 Music Reinvented (6 UOC)

    MUSC1602 Materials & Structures 1(6 UOC)

    MUSC1702 Performance Laboratory 1 (Advanced) (6 UOC)EDST1101 Educational Psychology 1(6 UOC)

    Level 1

    Semester 2

    MUSC1603 Materials & Structures 2 (6 UOC)

    MUSC1604 Western Music: a Panorama (6 UOC)

    MUSC1705 Performance Laboratory 2 (Advanced) (6 UOC)EDST1104 Social Perspectives in Education (6 UOC)

    Level 2

    Semester 1

    MUSC2116 Sound, Society, and Self in World Music (6 UOC)

    MUSC2602 Materials & Structures 3(6 UOC)

    MUSC2701 Performance Laboratory 3 (6 UOC)

    EDST2003 Learning & Teaching: Introductory Perspectives (6 UOC)
    Level 2

    Semester 2

    MUSC2601 Advanced Studies in Music History & Culture 1 (6 UOC)

    MUSC2603 Materials & Structures 4 (6 UOC)

    MUSC2702 Performance Laboratory 4 (6 UOC)

    EDST2002 Professional Engagement (6 UOC)


    Levels 3-5 (PASS)

    Level 3

    Semester 1

    MUSC3601 Advanced Studies in Music History & Culture 2 (6 UOC)

    MUSC3602 Professional Practices (6 UOC)

    MUSC3701 Performance Laboratory 5 (6 UOC)

    EDST4096 Responding to Gifted and Talented Students (6 UOC)

    Level 3

    Semester 2

    MUSC3702 Performance Laboratory 6 (6 UOC)

    Prescribed Music Elective (6 UOC)Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)EDST4080 Special Education: Inclusive Strategies (6 UOC)

    Level 4

    Semester 1

    MUSC4701 Performance Laboratory 7 (6 UOC)EDST4084 Managing the Classroom (6 UOC)EDST6760 Professional Experience 1 (6 UOC)Method 1A (6 UOC)

    Level 4

    Semester 2

    MUSC3101 Capstone (6 UOC)

    Prescribed Music Elective (6 UOC)

    MUSC4702 Performance Laboratory 8 (6 UOC)

    Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)

    Level 5

    Semester 1

    MUSC4601 Directed Study (6 UOC)MUSC4703 Performance Laboratory 9 (6 UOC)Prescribed Stream Elective (6 UOC) 

    Method 1B (6 UOC)
    Level 5

    Semester 2

    EDST4081 Professional Issues in Teaching (6 UOC)

    EDST6761 Professional Experience 2 (6 UOC)

    Method 2A (6 UOC)Method 2B (6 UOC)
    OR

    Levels 3-5 (HONOURS RESEARCH)

    Level 3

    Semester 1

    MUSC3601 Advanced Studies in Music History & Culture 2 (6 UOC)

    MUSC3602 Professional Practices (6 UOC)

    MUSC3701 Performance Laboratory 5 (6 UOC)

    EDST4096 Responding to Gifted and Talented Students (6 UOC) 

    Level 3

    Semester 2

    MUSC3702 Performance Laboratory 6 (6 UOC)

    Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)EDST4080 Special Education: Inclusive Strategies (6 UOC)

    Level 4

    Semester 1

    List A Coursework (6 UOC)EDST4084 Managing the Classroom (6 UOC)EDST6760 Professional Experience 1 (6 UOC)Method 1A (6 UOC)
    Level 4

    Semester 2

    Thesis (18 UOC)Music Research Seminar (6 UOC)
    Level 5

    Semester 1

    Thesis (12 UOC)Music Research Seminar (6 UOC)Method 1B (6 UOC)
    Level 5

    Semester 2

    EDST4081 Professional Issues in Teaching (6 UOC)

    EDST6761 Professional Experience 2 (6 UOC)

    Method 2A (6 UOC)Method 2B (6 UOC)
    OR

    Levels 3-5 (HONOURS PRACTICE)

    Level 3

    Semester 1

    MUSC3601 Advanced Studies in Music History & Culture 2 (6 UOC)

    MUSC3602 Professional Practices (6 UOC)

    MUSC3701 Performance Laboratory 5 (6 UOC)

    EDST4096 Responding to Gifted and Talented Students (6 UOC) 

    Level 3

    Semester 2

    MUSC3702 Performance Laboratory 6 (6 UOC)

    Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)Level 2 EDST Elective (6 UOC)EDST4080 Special Education: Inclusive Strategies (6 UOC)

    Level 4

    Semester 1

    List A Coursework (6 UOC)EDST4084 Managing the Classroom (6 UOC)EDST6760 Professional Experience 1 (6 UOC)Method 1A (6 UOC)
    Level 4

    Semester 2

    Practice-Based Project (6 UOC)Practice-Based Project (6 UOC)Thesis (12 UOC)
    Level 5

    Semester 1

    Practice-Based Project (6 UOC)Practice-Based Project (6 UOC)

    Thesis (6 UOC)

    Method 1B (6 UOC)
    Level 5

    Semester 2

    EDST4081 Professional Issues in Teaching (6 UOC)

    EDST6761 Professional Experience 2 (6 UOC)

    Method 2A (6 UOC)Method 2B (6 UOC)

    Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Example for Music Inquiry Stream: click here

    Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Example for Sonic Arts Stream: click here

    Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Example for Music Pedagogy Stream: click here

    Fees

    For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

    Important Information

    The Academic Rules for the BMusic BEd (Secondary) and the online enrolment facility provide students with a wide range of course choices. The online enrolment facility checks that students meet the enrolment requirements for individual courses but not that a course complies with Program Rules. Students are responsible for ensuring they are enrolling in accordance with the Academic Rules outlined above. Students should not assume that because they have enrolled in a course online that the course is automatically credited to their degree program.

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