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MMCC1045 – The Creative Musician
2024 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Co-convenor
Diane Hughes
Contact via +61-2-9850-2175
10 Hadenfeld Avenue, Room 157
Appointment via email
Diane Hughes
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
Ever wondered how and why as human beings we universally create, listen and move to music? In this unit students are introduced to the universal role of rhythm as a means of measuring and managing time, and then explore how creative musical ideas are applied in practice. Students also create original musical projects, collaborate and perform elements of musical repertoire, and learn to conceptualise and analyse structural features of musical works. This unit encourages students to extend theoretical and practical knowledge of creativity into their own musical practice, including singing or their musical instrument of choice, or into other interdisciplinary creative forms. No prior knowledge of music is required. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: identify, analyse and communicate rhythmic structures.
- ULO2: evaluate and research a musical work that encompasses a range of creative practices.
- ULO3: communicate and collaborate musically and creatively.
- ULO4: reflect on learning and apply academic practices.
- ULO5: analyse music texts and practices.
General Assessment Information
Assessment
1. Rubrics are used for all assessments and will be available on iLearn.
2. Assessment standards in this unit align with the University's grade descriptors.
3. A computer and Internet access are required. Music playback facility is also required.
Written and Performed Submissions
No songs or musical works that have been performed or analysed for assessments in other units may be used for assessment tasks in this unit.
Written components for assessment tasks must be submitted through Turnitin by the due date/time shown.
Creative Work
The practical component of the Creative Work assessment will be individually scheduled during Week 11.
Assessment tasks
- Due to copyright, no practical assessments may be recorded or posted to social media or any online platform.
- Performances are to be from memory. That is, no reading of scripts (e.g., spoken introductions), lyrics or music.
Referencing Style
For all written work, students are required to use the APA 7th referencing style for all in-text referencing, reference lists and spoken introductions. This also includes references for recorded material as appropriate.
Please use the Library databases for your own research purposes and do not use Wikipedia as a reference.
Return of marked work
Work will be marked and returned with feedback in order for students to incorporate feedback in subsequent assessments.
Late Assessment Submission Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a mark of ‘0’ (zero) will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical issue. This late penalty will apply to written reports and recordings only. Late submission of time sensitive tasks (such as tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs will be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special Consideration application.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Quiz | 15% | No | 23:55 on 11/03/2024 (Week 4) |
| Essay | 35% | No | 23:55 on 12/04/2024 (Week 8) |
| Creative work with written component | 50% | No | Perf TBA (Week 11); Written 23:55 19/05/2024 (Week 11) |
Quiz
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 23:55 on 11/03/2024 (Week 4)
Weighting: 15%
Students will complete several tasks to demonstrate their understanding of core research skills, as preparation for their essay.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- reflect on learning and apply academic practices.
- analyse music texts and practices.
Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 35 hours
Due: 23:55 on 12/04/2024 (Week 8)
Weighting: 35%
This task will be written using a formal essay structure and referenced using APA referencing style. The essay is to be submitted via Turnitin by the due date.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- evaluate and research a musical work that encompasses a range of creative practices.
- reflect on learning and apply academic practices.
Creative work with written component
Assessment Type 1: Creative work
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Perf TBA (Week 11); Written 23:55 19/05/2024 (Week 11)
Weighting: 50%
You will create an original musical work as part of an ensemble. In addition, you will submit a written component which details your individual contribution to the project as well as the ensemble’s creative process.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- identify, analyse and communicate rhythmic structures.
- communicate and collaborate musically and creatively.
- reflect on learning and apply academic practices.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Lectures for this unit will be held in-person and commence in Week 1. Tutorials will commence in Week 1.
See the MQ TImetables website for location information.
Readings
- Required readings are available through Leganto.
- Recommended readings will be listed on iLearn.
Individual Learning
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Due to the practical and interactive components of this unit, students are responsible for attending weekly lectures and tutorials, reading the essential readings prior to attending weekly lectures, conducting individual research and progressively working on assessment tasks throughout the semester. Students therefore need to devise a progressive schedule that enables regular practice, research and consolidation of creative ideas as appropriate.
Feedback
- Formal and informal feedback will be delivered throughout the session.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit connect.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services including:
- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
- Student Advocacy provides independent advice on MQ policies, procedures, and processes
Student Enquiries
Got a question? Ask us via the Service Connect Portal, or contact Service Connect.
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 07/02/2024 | Due date for Creative Work with Written Component has been updated. |
Unit information based on version 2024.02 of the Handbook