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Postgraduate Units of study

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Unit of study Credit points A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition Session

Master of Music Studies (Conducting)

PERF5026
Conducting 1
12      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5027
Conducting 2
12    P PERF5026
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5034
Conducting 3
12    P PERF5027
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5035
Conducting 4
12    P PERF5034
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5028
Ensemble Experience 1
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5029
Ensemble Experience 2
6    P PERF5028
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5036
Ensemble Experience 3
6    P PERF5029
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5032
Individual Project 1
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5033
Individual Project 2
6    P PERF5032
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5030
Keyboard Skills
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
* See MCGY5610 Research Skills for Music Performance and PERF5023 Graduate Aural Perception which are also included in this program.

Master of Music Studies (Opera)

Graduate Diploma in Music (Opera)

VSAO5006
Principal Study (Opera) 1
8    C VSAO5030
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5007
Principal Study (Opera) 2
8    P VSAO5006
C VSAO5031
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6000
Principal Study (Opera) 3
8    P VSAO5007
C VSAO6004
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6001
Principal Study (Opera) 4
8    P VSAO6000
C VSAO6005
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5004
Opera Performance Repertoire 1
4      Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5005
Opera Performance Repertoire 2
4    P VSAO5004
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5008
Graduate Production 1
8      Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5009
Graduate Production 2
8    P VSAO5008
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6002
Graduate Production 3
8    P VSAO5009
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6003
Graduate Production 4
8    P VSAO6002
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5030
Language and Interpretation 1
4      Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5031
Language and Interpretation 2
4    P VSAO5030
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6004
Language and Interpretation 3
4    P VSAO5031
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6005
Language and Interpretation 4
4    P VSAO6004
Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6006
Opera Performance Portfolio 1
4      Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO6007
Opera Performance Portfolio 2
4    P VSAO6006
Semester 1
Semester 2

Master of Music Studies (Performance)

Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance)

PERF5005
Principal Study 1
12      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5622
Principal Study 2
6    P PERF5005
C PERF5620
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5623
Principal Study 3
6    P PERF5622
C PERF5621
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5620
Graduate Recital 1
6    C PERF5622


Students requiring staff accompanists for their recital must enrol in ACCP5300 Graduate Recital Preparation 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5621
Graduate Recital 2
6    C PERF5623


Students requiring staff accompanists for their recital must enroll in ACCP5301 Graduate Recital Preparation 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
ACCP5300
Graduate Recital Preparation 1
3   

This unit must be taken by all students in Graduate Diploma and Master of Music Studies who require staff accompanists for their recital.
Semester 1
Semester 2
ACCP5301
Graduate Recital Preparation 2
3   

This unit must be taken by all students in Graduate Diploma and Master of Music Studies who require staff accompanists for their recital.
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5320
Ensemble 1
3      Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5321
Ensemble 2
3    P ENSE5320
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5322
Ensemble 3
3    P ENSE5321
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5015
Graduate Ensemble 1
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz students streams.
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5016
Graduate Ensemble 2
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz streams.
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5017
Graduate Ensemble 3
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz streams.
Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5330
Graduate Chamber Music 1
3      Semester 1
Semester 2
ENSE5331
Graduate Chamber Music 2
3    P ENSE5330
Semester 1
Semester 2
KEYB5301
Collaborative Piano 1
3      Semester 1
Semester 2
KEYB5302
Collaborative Piano 2
3    P KEYB5301
Semester 1
Semester 2
MCGY5610
Research Skills for Music Performance
6   

Students who have already successfully completed a similar course of study may apply to take another Unit of Study in place of this one.
Semester 1
Semester 2
MCGY5618
Dissertation 1
6    P MCGY5610 or other approved study.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Permission from the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) is required to enrol.Either before or during Dissertation 1, students should plan to take relevant courses offered by the University's Learning Centre.
Semester 1
Semester 2
MCGY5619
Dissertation 2
6    P MCGY5618
Semester 1
Semester 2
* See also other units of study available for these programs in the Electives list

Doctor of Musical Arts

PERF5601
Performance Project 1
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5602
Performance Project 2
12    P PERF5601
Semester 1
Semester 2

Master of Music

Composition

CMPN5001
Principal Study (Composition) 1
16      Semester 1
Semester 2
CMPN5002
Principal Study (Composition) 2
16    P CMPN5001
Semester 1
Semester 2
CMPN6003
Principal Study (Composition) 3
16    P CMPN5002
Semester 1
Semester 2
CMPN6004
Principal Study (Composition) 4
16    P CMPN6003
Semester 1
Semester 2

Music Education

MUED5008
Music Education Research Methods 1
16      Semester 1
MUED5016
Music Education Research Methods 2
16    P MUED5008
Semester 2

Performance

PERF5001
Principal Study (MMus) 1
16      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5002
Principal Study (MMus) 2
16    P PERF5001
Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF6000
Principal Study (MMus) 3
16    P MCGY6002 or MCGY6602 and PERF5002
Semester 1
Semester 2
MCGY6602
Performance Thesis
16    P MCGY5000 or MCGY5014
Semester 1
Semester 2

Graduate Electives

Different seminar options are offered each year normally on a rotating basis in the Graduate Seminar units of study. These may include - Psychology of Music, Musical Ability, Music Analysis, Music Performance: Perception Evaluation and Analysis, Postgraduate Music Technology and Multicultural Studies in Music Education. Please see the Postgraduate Coordinator for further details.
Different seminar options are offered each year normally on a rotating basis in the Graduate Seminar units of study. These may include - Psychology of Music, Musical Ability, Music Analysis, Music Performance: Perception Evaluation and Analysis, Postgraduate Music Technology and Multicultural Studies in Music Education. Please see the Postgraduate Coordinator for further details.
CMPN5006
Recording Portfolio
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
EMUS5600
Historical Performance Practice
6    P MCGY5610
Semester 2
PERF5023
Graduate Aural Perception
6      Semester 2
PERF5031
Methods of Music Analysis
6    A Some knowledge of the harmony and forms of the common-practice period, and a sound knowledge of the relevant repertoire.
Semester 2
PERF5600
Graduate Research Methods
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5611
Graduate Seminar 1
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF5612
Graduate Seminar 2
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF6613
Graduate Seminar 3
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
PERF6614
Graduate Seminar 4
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
VSAO5022
Principles of Studio Pedagogy
6      Semester 1

Master of Music (Preliminary Units)

PREL4001
Project 1
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
PREL4002
Project 2
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
PREL4003
Elective A
3   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
PREL4004
Elective B
3   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
PREL4005
Elective C
3   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
PREL4006
Elective D
3   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2

Detail list

Master of Music Studies (Conducting)

PERF5026 Conducting 1

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 4-6 hours per week in a combination of class and individual instruction, and 3-5 hours per week with orchestra. Assessment: Attendance and participation (20%), preparation (30%), development of conducting and musical skills (20%), work with Conductor's Orchestra (20%), end of semester concert (10%).
Group and individual instruction in orchestral conducting and methods of score interpretation.
PERF5027 Conducting 2

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 4-6 hours per week in a combination of class and individual instruction, and 3-5 hours per week with orchestra. Prerequisites: PERF5026 Assessment: Attendance and participation (20%), preparation (30%), development of conducting and musical skills (20%), work with Conductor's Orchestra (20%), end of semester concert (10%).
Group and individual instruction in orchestral conducting and methods of score interpretation.
PERF5034 Conducting 3

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 4-6 hours per week in a combination of class and individual instruction, and 3-5 hours per week with orchestra. Prerequisites: PERF5027 Assessment: Attendance and participation (20%), preparation (30%), development of conducting and musical skills (20%), work with Conductor's Orchestra (20%), end of semester concert (10%)
Group and individual instruction in orchestral conducting and methods of score interpretation.
PERF5035 Conducting 4

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 4-6 hours per week in a combination of class and individual instruction, and 3-5 hours per week with orchestra. Prerequisites: PERF5034 Assessment: 30 to 45 minute final concert (90%); program notes (10%)
The final performance prepared and presented in this semester forms the capstone of the Master of Music Studies (Conducting) program.
PERF5028 Ensemble Experience 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, choral, chamber music or equivalent. Assessment: Two progress reports, one at mid-semester and another at the conclusion of the semester (2x50%).
Performance in an ensemble.
PERF5029 Ensemble Experience 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, choral, chamber music or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5028 Assessment: Evaluation of work by relevant conducting staff (50%), reflective journal (50%).
Each student will be assigned to an ensemble for the semester to work with the conductor of that ensemble - this includes: taking rehearsals, sectional work, ensemble management, attending all rehearsals as conductor's assistant (keeping notes, marking up of scores, etc), and some conducting. This gives students the opportunity to work with a conductor for a length of time; to become familiar with the day-to-day work of conducting an ensemble; to learn how to prepare and handle scores; to learn repertoire; to observe and experience the application of skills acquired in Conducting 1-4.
PERF5036 Ensemble Experience 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Imre Pallo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, choral, chamber music or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5029 Assessment: Evaluation of work by relevant conducting staff (50%), student's reflective journal (50%).
Each student will be assigned to an ensemble for the semester to work with the conductor of that ensemble - this is to include: taking rehearsals as conductor's assistant (keeping notes, marking up scores, etc), some conducting. This gives students the opportunity to work with a conductor for a length of time; to become familiar with the day-to-day work of conducting an ensemble; to learn how to prepare and handle scores; to learn repertoire; to observe and experience the application of skills acquired in Conducting 1-4.
PERF5032 Individual Project 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Neil McEwan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2 hours per week Assessment: Research process and participation throughout the semester (10%); written assignments and if relevant presentation (90%).
This unit of study focuses on the early stages of planning a research project relevant to students' conducting repertoires and interests, and relies on the individual student showing initiative in bringing this project to fruition. A written proposal for the project is due by mid-semester. Projects may be analytical, historical, notational, kinesthetic, repertoire based stylistic, etc. Students are encouraged to utilize forms of electronic communication (such as DVD, CD, Websites) in their projects. Keyboard players with requisite levels of skill can apply to work on operatic coaching and produce a project related to this.
PERF5033 Individual Project 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Neil McEwan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2 hours per week. Prerequisites: PERF5032 Assessment: Research process and participation throughout the semester (10%); Presentation (40%); Final document of 5000 words or equivalent (50%).
This unit of study students will continue to focus on the supervised completion of the project commenced in Individual Project 1. The final product can take one of a number of different forms: written document (5 000 words). The presentation may include CD or DVD recordings, performing editions of compositions and editions of works for presentation - this is to be negotiated with relevant supervisory staff.
PERF5030 Keyboard Skills

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Stephen Mould Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2 hours seminar/week or 1 hr individual tuition as determined by the faculty. Assessment: Ongoing assessment of student work (100%)
Students will learn processes for score reduction and interpretation through keyboard (piano) experience. Broadening of repertoire and understanding of composers' orchestral styles will be attained through selection of material.
* See MCGY5610 Research Skills for Music Performance and PERF5023 Graduate Aural Perception which are also included in this program.

Master of Music Studies (Opera)

Graduate Diploma in Music (Opera)

VSAO5006 Principal Study (Opera) 1

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr voice lesson; 1hr coaching; 2hr concert practice/wk and masterclasses and workshops as appropriate Corequisites: VSAO5030 Assessment: Major role in opera production, or minor role and 10 minute public recital, or chorus role and 20 minute public recital. Performance (90%) program notes (10%).
Students will explore repertoire at an advanced level appropriate to their individual technical and artistic strengths.
Through performance workshops,masterclasses and production, students will gain invaluable interaction and additional artistic insights into performance gaining a broad engagement with operatic perofrmance. By the completion of the semester, students should be able to demonstrate progress and refinement technically, artistically and musically.
VSAO5007 Principal Study (Opera) 2

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr voice lesson; 1hr coaching; 2hr concert practice/wk and masterclasses and workshops as appropriate. Prerequisites: VSAO5006 Corequisites: VSAO5031 Assessment: Major role in opera production, or minor role and 10 minute public recital, or chorus role and 20 minute public recital. Performance (90%) program notes (10%).
In this unit of study students will explore more advanced and wide ranging repertoire as voice and character appropriate. Consolidation and refinement of technical issues, elevated and advanced use of text and the further development of the necessary skills required for the operatic profession will be enhanced by active participation and interaction in performance workshop, opera performance class and production.
VSAO6000 Principal Study (Opera) 3

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr voice lesson; 1hr coaching; 2hr concert practice/wk and masterclasses and workshops as appropriate Prerequisites: VSAO5007 Corequisites: VSAO6004 Assessment: Major role in opera production, or minor role and 10 minute public recital, or chorus role and 20 minute public recital. Performance (90%) program notes (10%).
Through advanced work with their teachers, more demanding and emotive repertoire will be explored with increased levels of interpretative detail, language facility and additional artistic strengths in effective characterisation. By the completion of this unit, roles in opera production should reflect a more analytical and professional level of achievement in personal operatic performance.
VSAO6001 Principal Study (Opera) 4

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr voice lesson; 1hr coaching; 2hr concert practice/wk and masterclasses and workshops as appropriate Prerequisites: VSAO6000 Corequisites: VSAO6005 Assessment: Major role in opera production, or minor role and 10 minute public recital, or chorus role and 20 minute public recital. Performance (90%) program notes (10%).
In this final semester, through their individual lessons, students will focus on the achievement of professional standards in preparation for their final performance. By the completion of the semester, students will be expected to communicate with elevated levels of musical and interpretative awareness, technical ease, with spontaneity, imagination and meaningful interaction with other stage performers.
VSAO5004 Opera Performance Repertoire 1

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr coaching/wk Assessment: Performance of selected excerpts from the role(s) chosen before a panel (100%)
These units of study are designed to extend and deepen the knowledge of operatic roles to suit the individual voice and abilities. Through the study of an appropriate role chosen in consultation with the voice teacher, coaches prepare the role with advice on quick learning skills, time management issues, and the manner in which high standards of musical, interpretative and language excellence is attained within a semester. All aspects of the role need to be presented, including recitatives, ensembles and arias. At the completion of the semester, singers will give a twenty minute performance of selected excerpts before a panel displaying stylistic awareness, sound characterisation and confidence in music and language.
VSAO5005 Opera Performance Repertoire 2

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr coaching/wk Prerequisites: VSAO5004 Assessment: Performance of selected excerpts from the role(s) chosen before a panel (100%)
Singers will continue with the preparation of a second role or complete the role commenced in semester one. On continuing from first semester, singers will exercise their abilities to learn a large amount of music in a short time frame further developing their time management skills. By the completion of the semester students will have developed independent and effective practice and learning skills, overcoming technical, musical and interpretative challenges in a short time frame. The performance at the completion of the unit of study should reveal secure musical, language and stylistic issues within the character.
VSAO5008 Graduate Production 1

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 60-70hrs/sem consisting of acting, dance, ensemble rehearsals, workshops and concert and/or staged performances Assessment: Progressive assessment based on workshop/performance activities (100%)
These units of study are intended to develop necessary skills required of an operatic performer, with particular emphasis on character development, role building, movement and gesture, emotional development culminating in effective stage communication. Through stagecraft, dance, opera performance class and acting, students will expand their skill as effective stage performers. By the completion of this unit of study, students will have gained additional confidence with the application of an increasing expanding range of practical stagecraft skills which will be demonstrated in personal development through solo and ensemble stage performance.
VSAO5009 Graduate Production 2

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 60-70hrs/sem consisting of acting, dance, ensemble rehearsals, workshops and concert and/or staged performances. Prerequisites: VSAO5008 Assessment: Progressive assessment based on workshop/performance activities (100%)
Students will continue their development as opera performers in stagecraft, dance, acting and opera performance class. Additional style and confidence will be revealed from the acquired knowledge of developed physical response to the music, with a deeper intellectual and emotive response to text. Through the demands of the stage environment, these classes will provide an avenue for investigating and developing the specific demands of operatic roles in staged production.
VSAO6002 Graduate Production 3

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 60-70hrs/sem consisting of acting, dance, ensemble rehearsals, workshops and concert and/or staged performances. Prerequisites: VSAO5009 Assessment: Progressive assessment based on workshop/performance activities (100%)
Students will continue their development as opera performers in stagecraft, dance, opera performance class and acting, thus increasing their confidence and ability to apply and ever increasing range of practical stagecraft skills to role and ensemble repertoire. By the completion of this unit of study, students will have developed additional refinement, and personal development with the necessity of professional expectation in a fully staged production which will provide the ideal material for discussion and development in the class/stage context.
VSAO6003 Graduate Production 4

Credit points: 8 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 60-70hrs/sem consisting of acting, dance, ensemble rehearsals, workshops and concert and/or staged performances. Prerequisites: VSAO6002 Assessment: Progressive assessment based on workshop/performance activities (100%)
In this final semester, students will be expected to display a professional approach and understanding of the production process and to have the confidence and ability to readily apply the technical knowledge of stagecraft acquired in the previous semesters. The demands of staged performances will continue to provide topics for exploration and students will further the experience by addressing the demands of their performance in production. On completion of this unit of study, students should be collaborative stage performers, with the movement, dance, stagecraft, acting skills and appropriate attitude expected of professional operatic performers.
VSAO5030 Language and Interpretation 1

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Nicole Dorigo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr tut; 1hr language workshop/wk Assessment: Portfolio (40%), Language recital (60%)
During this course, students will work with language coaches on the major languages in standard, classical operatic repertoire. The students will concentrate on roles they will study and prepare for performance at the end of the semester. At the end of the course the students will achieve a basic proficiency in these languages and demonstrate a good knowledge between music and text.
VSAO5031 Language and Interpretation 2

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Nicole Dorigo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr tut; 1hr language workshop/wk Prerequisites: VSAO5030 Assessment: Portfolio (40%), Language recital (60%)
During this course, students will continue to work with language coaches on the major languages in standard, classical operatic repertoire. The students will continue to concentrate on roles they will study and prepare for performance at the end of the semester. At the end of the course the students will work towards fluency in these languages and an excellent knowledge between music and text.
VSAO6004 Language and Interpretation 3

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Nicole Dorigo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr tut; 1hr language workshop/wk Prerequisites: VSAO5031 Assessment: Portfolio (40%), Language recital (60%)
During this course, students will work with language coaches on the major languages in standard, classical operatic repertoire, and concentrate on roles they will study and prepare for performance at the end of the semester. At the end of the course students will achieve a high level of proficiency in these languages and demonstrate excellent interpretative skills and expressiveness through an awareness of the relationship between music and text.
VSAO6005 Language and Interpretation 4

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Nicole Dorigo Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr tut; 1hr language workshop/wk Prerequisites: VSAO6004 Assessment: Portfolio (40%), Language recital (60%)
During this course, students will work with language coaches on all languages in standard, classical operatic repertoire, and concentrate on roles they will study and prepare for performance at the end of the semester. At the end of the course students should be able to perform at levels expected of a professional young artist with the expected accompanying skills.
VSAO6006 Opera Performance Portfolio 1

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr class/wk with a coach and up to 6 one hour meetings with the supervisor Assessment: A short recital of their role in first semester and discussion of this role with the Jury panel. Short written reflection (Performance Diary) on role(s) performed and/or studied during the semester. (100%)
This unit of study allows students to develop a personal template for their preparation of an operatic role. Students will examine the historical, cultural and political context of the opera in which their role is a part, as well as the musical and stylistic aspects of the work and its composer. They will examine the interaction of these elements with text, movement, costume and make-up as a basis for character analysis and development. Students may choose to comment on aspects of vocal technique, practice and rehearsal techniques , memorization, and the maintenance of a vocal health regime. Students may discuss their discoveries relating to the process of working with colleagues, teachers, coaches, directors and musical directors as part of the development of their personal approach to preparing an operatic role to performance. By the completion of the semester, students will produce a written draft and a lecture/demonstration.
VSAO6007 Opera Performance Portfolio 2

Credit points: 4 Teacher/Coordinator: Maree Ryan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr class/wk with a coach and up to 6 one hour meetings with the supervisor Prerequisites: VSAO6006 Assessment: Completion of a written reflection (up to 5,000 words) on role(s) performed in production (100%).
During this semester, students formally document the preparation of their role for public performance. It consists of time spent on this process with voice teachers, coaches, acting/movement coaches, directors and musical directors. By the completion of this course students will have studied the historical, cultural and political context of their opera and the musical and stylistic aspects of the work, including the interaction of these elements with text. Students will present a formal Performance Portfolio written submission at the end of the semester.

Master of Music Studies (Performance)

Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance)

PERF5005 Principal Study 1

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 14hrs of individual tuition/per semester normally spread over 14 weeks, and attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Assessment: Teacher assessment according to Unit requirements (40%), Jury examination(40%); performance seminar (20%)
Development of appropriate repertoire, technical skills, musical expression and presentation.
PERF5622 Principal Study 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 7hrs of individual tuition/per semester normally spread over 14 weeks, and attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5005 Corequisites: PERF5620 Assessment: Teacher assessment according to Unit requirements (80%), performance seminar (20%)
Further development of appropriate repertoire, technical skills, musical expression and presentation.
PERF5623 Principal Study 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 7hrs of instrumental tuition/sem or equivalent, and other supervision and performance as appropriate, including attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5622 Corequisites: PERF5621 Assessment: Teacher assessment according to Unit requirements (80%), performance seminar (20%)
Advanced development of appropriate repertoire, technical skills, musical expression and presentation.
PERF5620 Graduate Recital 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 7hrs of individual tuition/per semester normally spread over 14 weeks with Principal Study teacher. Corequisites: PERF5622 Assessment: 50 minute public recital (assessed by a panel) plus program notes (100%)
Note: Students requiring staff accompanists for their recital must enrol in ACCP5300 Graduate Recital Preparation 1
Development of repertoire for recital performance. Through the recital repertoire chosen by the student and the principal study teacher at the beginning of the year, students will learn practical applications of recital preparation and performance, also including appropriate recital structure and professional conduct as a musician.
PERF5621 Graduate Recital 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 7hrs of individual tuition/per semester normally spread over 14 weeks with Principal Study teacher. Corequisites: PERF5623 Assessment: 50 minute public recital (assessed by a panel) plus program notes (100%)
Note: Students requiring staff accompanists for their recital must enroll in ACCP5301 Graduate Recital Preparation 2
Development of repertoire for recital performance. Through the final recital repertoire chosen by the student and the principal study teacher at the beginning of the year, students will learn practical applications of recital preparation and performance, also including appropriate recital structure and professional conduct as a musician.
ACCP5300 Graduate Recital Preparation 1

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Jeanell Carrigan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 8 hrs per semester + Recital performance Assessment: Based on attendance, participation, and professionalism (100%). Details of assessment criteria will be provided by the Coordinator. Students must satisfy the requirement of this Unit of Study before they may present their recital.
Note: This unit must be taken by all students in Graduate Diploma and Master of Music Studies who require staff accompanists for their recital.
Students will receive training/instruction in all aspects of collaborative recital preparation including strategies for improvement of accuracy of rhythmic and intonation control, as well as the ability to perform with commitment and to work effectively with other musicians in the areas of style, interpretation and performance techniques.
ACCP5301 Graduate Recital Preparation 2

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Jeanell Carrigan Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 8 hrs per semester + Recital performance Assessment: Based on attendance, participation, and professionalism (100%). Details of assessment criteria will be provided by the Coordinator. Students must satisfy the requirement of this Unit of Study before they may present their recital.
Note: This unit must be taken by all students in Graduate Diploma and Master of Music Studies who require staff accompanists for their recital.
Students will receive training/instruction in all aspects of collaborative recital preparation including strategies for improvement of accuracy of rhythmic and intonation control, as well as the ability to perform with commitment and to work effectively with other musicians in the areas of style, interpretation and performance techniques.
ENSE5320 Ensemble 1

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in conducted ensemble groups such as Orchestra, Early Music Ensemble, Modern Music Ensemble, Jazz Big Band, Choir, Saxophone Orchestra, Wind Symphony or Gamelan. Assessment: Assessment will be based on the student's contribution to the ensemble including preparation for auditions and rehearsals, and evidence of professional attitudes and attributes during rehearsal and performance (100%).
Ensemble units provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of conducted ensembles in which they may seek future employment.
ENSE5321 Ensemble 2

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in conducted ensemble groups such as Orchestra, Early Music Ensemble, Modern Music Ensemble, Jazz Big Band, Choir, Saxophone Orchestra, Wind Symphony or Gamelan. Prerequisites: ENSE5320 Assessment: Assessment will be based on the student's contribution to the ensemble including preparation for auditions and rehearsals, and evidence of professional attitudes and attributes during rehearsal and performance (100%)
Ensemble units provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of conducted ensembles in which they may seek future employment.
ENSE5322 Ensemble 3

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in conducted ensemble groups such as Orchestra, Early Music Ensemble, Modern Music Ensemble, Jazz Big Band, Choir, Saxophone Orchestra, Wind Symphony or Gamelan. Prerequisites: ENSE5321 Assessment: Assessment will be based on the student's contribution to the ensemble including preparation for auditions and rehearsals, and evidence of professional attitudes and attributes during rehearsal and performance (100%).
Ensemble units provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of conducted ensembles in which they may seek future employment.
ENSE5015 Graduate Ensemble 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, chamber music ensembles or equivalent. Assessment: Two progress reports per semester (2x50%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz students streams.
The aim of Graduate Ensemble is to provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of ensembles in which they will seek employment. This includes: knowledge of repertoire; development of ensemble skills; professional practice as a session musician; knowledge of ensemble management and relevant professional expectations.
ENSE5016 Graduate Ensemble 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, chamber music ensembles or equivalent. Assessment: Two progress reports per semester (2x50%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz streams.
The aim of Graduate Ensemble is to provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of ensembles in which they will seek employment. This includes: knowledge of repertoire; development of ensemble skills; professional practice as a session musician; knowledge of ensemble management and relevant professional expectations.
ENSE5017 Graduate Ensemble 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Participation in orchestral, chamber music ensembles or equivalent Assessment: Two progress reports per semester (2x50%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: These ensemble units are available only to students enrolled in the Accompaniment, Repetiteur or Jazz streams.
The aim of Graduate Ensemble is to provide students with opportunities to participate in the types of ensembles in which they will seek employment. This includes: knowledge of repertoire; development of ensemble skills; professional practice as a session musician; knowledge of ensemble management and relevant professional expectations.
ENSE5330 Graduate Chamber Music 1

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Barnes Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Six one hour tutorials plus 3 seminar attendances and a performance. Assessment: Based on work and professional conduct as demonstrated in tutorials and seminars (100%). The mark must include a pass for the final performance.
Chamber music and chamber music skills are studied through the focused engagement with specific repertoire selected by relevant groups of musicians performing without a conductor. Students are assigned a Principal Tutor who will advise of appropriate works and coach the group throughout the semester.
ENSE5331 Graduate Chamber Music 2

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Barnes Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Six one hour tutorials plus 3 seminar attendances and a performance. Prerequisites: ENSE5330 Assessment: Based on work and professional conduct as demonstrated in tutorials and seminars (100%). The mark must include a pass for the final performance.
Chamber music and chamber music skills are studied through the focused engagement with specific repertoire selected by relevant groups of musicians performing without a conductor. Students are assigned a Principal Tutor who will advise of appropriate works and coach the group throughout the semester.
KEYB5301 Collaborative Piano 1

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Gerard Willems Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 3 workshop/seminars across the semester, as well as regular rehearsals. Assessment: Based on attendance, performance and professional conduct as demonstrated in seminars (100%).
Preparation of sonata and other major repertoire with an instrumentalist or vocalist.
KEYB5302 Collaborative Piano 2

Credit points: 3 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Gerard Willems Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 3 workshop/seminars across the semester, as well as regular rehearsals. Prerequisites: KEYB5301 Assessment: Based on attendance, performance and professional conduct as demonstrated in seminars (100%).
Preparation of sonata and other major repertoire with an instrumentalist or vocalist.
MCGY5610 Research Skills for Music Performance

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Helen Mitchell Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2 hr per week seminar or equivalent. Assessment: Participation and presentations (20%), Annotated Bibliography (20%), Short Essay on class discussion topic or other written assignment (30%), Program Notes (30%).
Note: Students who have already successfully completed a similar course of study may apply to take another Unit of Study in place of this one.
Students will develop their skills in music information literacy including the finding, surveying and utilizing of published information on music; academic writing and referencing; and critical thinking. The course will include discussion of different approaches to preparation of program notes and pre-concert talks, liner notes for recordings, and concert reviews. Students may choose to prepare a research proposal if planning to enrol in Dissertation 1. Students may be referred to other University services for further development of writing and other skills. Such courses would be in addition to this Unit of Study.
MCGY5618 Dissertation 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1 hour per week or equivalent being individual supervision and some group meetings if relevant. Prerequisites: MCGY5610 or other approved study. Assessment: Based upon the work carried out during the semester under the direction of the supervisor (100%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: Permission from the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) is required to enrol.Either before or during Dissertation 1, students should plan to take relevant courses offered by the University's Learning Centre.
The Dissertation electives provide students in the Master of Music Studies (Performance) program an opportunity to conduct supervised research on a topic chosen in discussion with their supervisor. Successful completion of the Dissertation to a high standard is intended to provide students with the experience necessary to enter into a research degree. During the first semester, the student will commence work on the research project. Normally this will include the preparation of a written proposal and the survey of literature, as well as other work as determined with the supervisor.
MCGY5619 Dissertation 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1 hour per week or equivalent being individual supervision and some group meetings if relevant. Prerequisites: MCGY5618 Assessment: 12,000 - 15,000 word dissertation to be examined by two internal examiners (100%).
The Dissertation electives provide an opportunity for students to conduct supervised research on a topic chosen in discussion with their supervisor. Successful completion of the Dissertation to a high standard is intended to provide students with the experience necessary to enter into a research degree. During the second semester, the student will complete the research and dissertation under the direction of the supervisor.
* See also other units of study available for these programs in the Electives list

Doctor of Musical Arts

PERF5601 Performance Project 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1-hour individual performance tuition per week and attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Assessment: Assessment of work-in-progress throughout the semester by performance teacher (100%).
Students will commence preparation for the research-based performance to be given during Semester 2. Students work with the guidance of the performance teacher. Requirements will vary according to the performance field.
PERF5602 Performance Project 2

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1-hour individual performance tuition per week and attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5601 Assessment: Substantial recital or equivalent performance with accompanying critical notes (100%).
Students will develop and present a research-based performance with the guidance of the performance teacher. Requirements will vary according to the performance field. Where appropriate to the needs of the performance and approved in advance, students may work with a staff accompanist; the staff accompanist will be available for 8 hours of rehearsal and for the recital.

Master of Music

Composition

CMPN5001 Principal Study (Composition) 1

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Matthew Hindson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr individual lesson/wk Assessment: At the end of CMPN6004: folio of compositions and thesis (100%)
Under the guidance of a supervisor, students will research and complete a substantial body of original compositions and each semester work towards the completion of a 12,000-15,000 word thesis consisting of analytical notes on the music of the portfolio. Students enrolling in this series of units will normally make one public presentation of their work every two semesters. A wide variety of areas may be explored including operatic, orchestral, chamber, electroacoustic or acousmatic music.
CMPN5002 Principal Study (Composition) 2

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Matthew Hindson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr individual lesson/wk Prerequisites: CMPN5001 Assessment: At the end of CMPN6004: folio of compositions and thesis (100%)
Under the guidance of a supervisor, students will research and complete a substantial body of original compositions and each semester work towards the completion of a 12,000-15,000 word thesis consisting of analytical notes on the music of the portfolio. Students enrolling in this series of units will normally make one public presentation of their work every two semesters. A wide variety of areas may be explored including opera, orchestral, chamber, electroacoustic or acousmatic music.
CMPN6003 Principal Study (Composition) 3

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Matthew Hindson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr individual lesson/wk Prerequisites: CMPN5002 Assessment: At the end of CMPN6004: folio of compositions and thesis (100%)
Under the guidance of a supervisor, students will research and complete a substantial body of original compositions and each semester work towards the completion of a 12,000-15,000 word thesis consisting of analytical notes on the music of the portfolio. Students enrolling in this series of units will normally make one public presentation of their work every two semesters. A wide variety of areas may be explored including opera, orchestral, chamber, electroacoustic or acousmatic music.
CMPN6004 Principal Study (Composition) 4

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Matthew Hindson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1hr individual lesson/wk Prerequisites: CMPN6003 Assessment: Submission of a folio of compositions and thesis (100%)
Under the guidance of a supervisor, in this semester the student will complete the preparation of the portfolio and thesis for submission. Students enrolling in this series of units will normally make one public presentation of their work every two semesters. A wide variety of areas may be explored including opera, orchestral, chamber, electroacoustic or acousmatic music.

Music Education

MUED5008 Music Education Research Methods 1

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Kathryn Marsh Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2hr seminar/wk Assessment: Continual assessment and individual task assessment; literature review (100%)
The aims of this unit of study are to develop an understanding of music education research processes, and to identify research methods suitable for individual students' research topics. In this unit of study, students examine a range of music education research paradigms which can broadly be categorised as qualitative or quantitative, and are introduced to related research procedures. Readings and seminar activities are designed to facilitate students' critical analysis of research in terms of the relevant research methods. Students will also develop strategies for locating and reviewing literature pertaining to their fields of research interest. At the culmination of this course, students will submit a preliminary literature review and preliminary proposal as the initial phase in the preparation of their research.
MUED5016 Music Education Research Methods 2

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Kathryn Marsh Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2 hr seminar per week Prerequisites: MUED5008 Assessment: Continual assessment and individual task assessment; research proposal and ethics documentation (100%).
This unit of study consolidates and extends skills acquired in Research Methods 1. The first objective is to acquaint students with a variety of data analysis procedures employed in music education research. Evolving skills will be extended through practical tasks in which students examine and apply a range of qualitative and quantitative data analysis procedures. A further objective is the completion of a research proposal. Through ongoing reading and critical evaluation of related research literature, students will prepare a research proposal for implementation in the final year of the program. Ethical issues in music education research are an adjunct area of study, and students will submit all documentation required for ethics approval for their proposed research.

Performance

PERF5001 Principal Study (MMus) 1

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 14hrs of instrumental tuition/sem or equivalent, and other supervision and performance as appropriate, including attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Assessment: Teacher assessment (40%) Jury examination assessed by Unit panel; 15 - 30 mins (40%) Performance Seminar which can include ensemble work (20%)
Students work with the teacher/supervisor on development of their performance skills and repertoire as appropriate to their instrument and performance research goals. The work for the semester will be planned at the beginning of the semester taking into account longer term goals for the research program in the degree. Research and performance objectives and a semester outline will be devised and approved in consultation between the student, the teacher/supervisor(s) and the Chair of Unit.
PERF5002 Principal Study (MMus) 2

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 14hrs of instrumental tuition/sem or equivalent, and other supervision and performance as appropriate, including attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Prerequisites: PERF5001 Assessment: Teacher assessment (40%) Jury examination assessed by Unit panel; 30 - 50 mins (40%) Performance Seminar which can include ensemble work (20%)
Students work with the teacher/supervisor on further development of their performance skills and repertoire as appropriate to their instrument and performance research goals. The work for the semester will be planned at the beginning of the semester taking into account longer term goals for the research program in the degree. Research and performance objectives and a semester outline will be devised and approved in consultation between the student, the teacher/supervisor(s) and the Chair of Unit.
PERF6000 Principal Study (MMus) 3

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 14hrs of instrumental tuition/sem or equivalent, and other supervision and performance as appropriate, including attendance and two performances at Performance Seminar or equivalent. Prerequisites: MCGY6002 or MCGY6602 and PERF5002 Assessment: 50-80 min public Recital or equivalent (80%), Critical Notes 2000 - 3000 words (20%). Students must gain minimum of a pass in Critical Notes.
Students will prepare for the M Mus Recital during this semester working with the performance teacher/supervisor(s) and in consultation with the Chair of Unit. A staff accompanist will be available to work with the candidate in 8 hours of rehearsal and at the Recital where this is appropriate to the needs of the performance and approved in advance. The Recital will present the student's research through performance and will be integrated as appropriate with the candidate's Performance Thesis. The Critical Notes will document the aims of the Recital and its place in the candidate's research program, as well as discussing the music performed. It is possible to present the Recital and Critical Notes at any stage during the semester before the normal exam period if this is preferred and approved in advance.
MCGY6602 Performance Thesis

Credit points: 16 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1 hr supervision/week Prerequisites: MCGY5000 or MCGY5014 Assessment: 15,000 to 20,000 word thesis (100%)
Students complete and submit their thesis under the guidance of a supervisor. The topic will be relevant to the student's performance interests and will be developed with the advice of the supervisor. The thesis is expected to be completed in the 3rd semester of a full-time enrolment and submitted by week 15 of the 3rd semester in advance of the final semester and the M Mus recital.

Graduate Electives

Different seminar options are offered each year normally on a rotating basis in the Graduate Seminar units of study. These may include - Psychology of Music, Musical Ability, Music Analysis, Music Performance: Perception Evaluation and Analysis, Postgraduate Music Technology and Multicultural Studies in Music Education. Please see the Postgraduate Coordinator for further details.
Different seminar options are offered each year normally on a rotating basis in the Graduate Seminar units of study. These may include - Psychology of Music, Musical Ability, Music Analysis, Music Performance: Perception Evaluation and Analysis, Postgraduate Music Technology and Multicultural Studies in Music Education. Please see the Postgraduate Coordinator for further details.
CMPN5006 Recording Portfolio

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Hideki Isoda Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 3 to 5 hours per week of recording projects, consultations with Supervisor and participation in seminar workshops. Assessment: Recording projects and class presentation (100%)
This unit provides a practical introduction to recording projects. Aspects of creative production are examined alongside project planning, management and the professional delivery of master recordings to appropriate standards. The student, in consultation with their supervisor, will devise a program of practical recording projects. This program will integrate into the existing musical activities that occur at the Conservatorium and as such the hours will be flexible and may include, evening and weekend projects. In addition students will be required to attend and participate in a number of seminars/workshops.
EMUS5600 Historical Performance Practice

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Neal Peres Da Costa Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2hr/week Prerequisites: MCGY5610 Assessment: Attendance and class participation (20%), Short class presentation (20%), Lecture/Demonstration (40%), Written work (based on Lecture/Demonstration-3,000 words) (20%)
This course examines historical performing practices from antiquity to the present aiming to widen understanding of the extent to which musical notation and written evidence preserve the performing practices of past eras. The wealth of sound recordings from the turn of the twentieth century provides a window into the near past. Issues to explore include: sound production (vibrato, non-vibrato and portamento in the case of string and wind playing and singing), expressive keyboard techniques (manual asynchrony and arpeggiation), and more general issues such as tempo rubato, tempo modification, ornamentation, articulation, and phrasing. The course will introduce students to varying performance styles, some of which are no longer generally in fashion, increasing the palette of musical choices and solutions and increasing the dimensions of understanding of specific repertoire.
PERF5023 Graduate Aural Perception

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Dean (Learning & Teaching) Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2 hr/wk. Assessment: Ongoing assessment of student work (20%), mid-semester test (40%), final test (40%).
This unit of study aims to promote aural understanding of the elements of music and the ways in which these elements function in musical structures. It aims to develop already acquired skills of aural perception to the level requisite of a music professional through exercises in aural analysis and aural imagination. A range of musical styles will provide the focus for study with emphasis on melodic, harmonic and rhythmic features, as well as tonal design.
PERF5031 Methods of Music Analysis

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr David Larkin Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2 hour seminar/week. Assumed knowledge: Some knowledge of the harmony and forms of the common-practice period, and a sound knowledge of the relevant repertoire. Assessment: Analysis portfolio (60%), Research essay 2,000 words (40%)
This unit is designed to introduce students to the current state of music analysis, and to enable them to develop expertise in analytical methodologies relevant to their research interests. A range of analytical approaches to Western Art Music 1700-1945 will be explored in the seminars, including Schenkerian reduction techniques; Formenlehre theories and their recent offshoot, 'deformation' theory; motivic and harmonic analysis (in tonal and post-tonal music); and narrative and semiotic approaches. The focus of the course will be balanced between theoretical exposition of the principles involved, and practical applications of the various methods to relevant repertoire.
PERF5600 Graduate Research Methods

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Helen Mitchell Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2-hour seminar/week or equivalent Assessment: Assignments include reading review, literature review, written project proposal and seminar presentation (100%).
This course is designed to prepare students for undertaking their own research projects in music. It will introduce and develop students' awareness of recent musical scholarship and research methodologies and equip students with skills to design and conduct research across a wide variety of musical topics. Students will begin exploration of the topic area that is the intended focus for their research during their degree. The seminars culminate with a series of student presentations, in which students present their research proposals to students and staff for discussion.
PERF5611 Graduate Seminar 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2-hour seminar per week or equivalent Assessment: Written work normally including an essay and seminar presentation (100%).
Students will take a postgraduate seminar, normally drawn from the list of electives on offer in each semester. Note that some instrumental or research areas may have particular requirements or recommendations for choice of seminars. Subject to approval, a postgraduate unit of study offered by another faculty may also be taken.
PERF5612 Graduate Seminar 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2-hour seminar/week or equivalent. Assessment: Written work normally including an essay and seminar presentation (100%).
Students will take a postgraduate seminar, normally drawn from the list of electives on offer in each semester. Note that some instrumental or research areas may have particular requirements or recommendations for choice of seminars. Subject to approval, a postgraduate unit of study offered by another faculty may also be taken.
PERF6613 Graduate Seminar 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2-hour seminar/week or equivalent. Assessment: Written work normally including an essay and seminar presentation (100%).
Students will take a postgraduate seminar, normally drawn from the list of electives on offer in each semester. Note that some instrumental or research areas may have particular requirements or recommendations for choice of seminars. Subject to approval, a postgraduate unit of study offered by another faculty may also be taken.
PERF6614 Graduate Seminar 4

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Anna Reid Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 2-hour seminar/week or equivalent. Assessment: Written work normally including an essay and seminar presentation (100%).
Students will take a postgraduate seminar, normally drawn from the list of electives on offer in each semester. Note that some instrumental or research areas may have particular requirements or recommendations for choice of seminars. Subject to approval, a postgraduate unit of study offered by another faculty may also be taken.
VSAO5022 Principles of Studio Pedagogy

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rowena Cowley Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2 hrs/week or equivalent Assessment: eLearning discussion (20%); microlesson plan and reflection (20%); annotated bibliography (10%); literature review (oral presentation (15%), write-up (25%); class participation (10%).
This unit promotes dialogue across teaching specialisations and focuses on three broad areas related to studio pedagogy. Firstly aspects of educational psychology, such as the cognition, motivation, and self-regulation will be examined within a developmental context. Secondly, the psychology of music will be applied to the development of musical performance and perceptual skills. Thirdly, research on effective teaching within and beyond the music studio will be addressed, including aspects of cultural context, curriculum, and assessment. A critical engagement in a range of research literature
and scholarly writing skills are developed throughout the unit of study and practical implementation of pedagogical principles is practised in peer-teaching dyads.

Master of Music (Preliminary Units)

PREL4001 Project 1

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 3x8 hour courses at the Student Learning Centre. Individual supervision. Assessment: 5000 word essay (100%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students work on a major project relevant to their proposed area of research in the MMus and attend courses in research and academic writing.
PREL4002 Project 2

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 3x8 hour courses at the Student Learning Centre. Individual supervision. Assessment: 5000 word essay (100%)
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
This course supplements Masters Preliminary - Project 1. Students continue work on a major project relevant to their proposed area of research in the MMus and attend courses in research and academic writing.
PREL4003 Elective A

Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 2 hours per week. Assessment: To be negotiated according to student need (100%). Normally 2000 word essay or equivalent depending on the course taken.
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students enrol in areas which will assist their proposed research area. Courses taken within this unit will be recommended by the relevant Chair of Unit.
PREL4004 Elective B

Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 2 hours per week. Assessment: To be negotiated according to student need (100%). Normally 2000 word essay or equivalent depending on the course taken.
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students enrol in areas which will assist their proposed research area. Courses taken within this unit will be recommended by the relevant Chair of Unit.
PREL4005 Elective C

Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 2 hours per week. Assessment: To be negotiated according to student need (100%). Normally 2000 word essay or equivalent depending on the course taken.
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students enrol in areas which will assist their proposed research area. Courses taken within this unit will be recommended by the relevant Chair of Unit.
PREL4006 Elective D

Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Up to 2 hours per week. Assessment: To be negotiated according to student need (100%). Normally 2000 word essay or equivalent depending on the course taken.
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students enrol in areas which will assist their proposed research area. Courses taken within this unit will be recommended by the relevant Chair of Unit.