PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND CURRICULUM MAP 1. Programme title Music Performance 2. Awarding Body Pearson / Edexcel 3. Teaching institution London Centre of Contemporary Music 4. Programme accredited by Pearson / Edexcel 5. Final qualification Higher National Certificate 6. Academic year 2015/16 7. Language of study English 8. Mode of study Full-Time 9. Criteria for admission to the programme UCAS Tariff: 120 points or equivalent including ABRSM grade 7 or 8 pass (or equivalent) or Mature applicants (over 21) without formal qualifications but with appropriate musical skills, knowledge and understanding In addition, entry on to the programme is through audition and interview. Applicants must perform two pieces of their own choice on their chosen instrument and demonstrate the sufficient level of live experience, musical knowledge and aptitude for deeper study. Normally applicants will have played their instrument for 2-3 years. International Students Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Certificate (CEFR) Level B2 English language competence by providing a recent secure English language test (SELT) from an approved test provider. Applicants must achieve at least CEFR level B2 in all four components (speaking, listening, reading and writing). Approved test providers and further information for international students is available here: http://www.lccm.org.uk/apply/international/ 10. Aims of the programme The programme aims to provide musicians with an education that is relevant to the reality of the music industry for freelance performers in 2015 and beyond. Students completing this programme leave the institution with the knowledge, understanding, skills, experience and initiative necessary to develop freelance careers in the music related creative industries.
11. Programme outcomes A. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of: A1. Contemporary musical styles, traditions and repertoires A2. Musical elements and concepts A3. Performance techniques A4. Musical styles and contexts A5. Approaches to Research Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through: Learning Outcome A1 A broad mixture of classes, workshops and practical coursework projects including extensive performance of music. Learning Outcome A2 A range of classes, workshops and practical coursework projects including extensive investigation of music theory Learning Outcome A3 A broad mixture of classes, workshops and practical coursework projects including extensive performance experience. Learning Outcome A4 Classes and workshops providing an exploration of the relationship between social context and musical style. Learning Outcome A5 Classes and workshops present the principles of research. Practical projects require students to devise appropriate research approaches to a given context. Assessment Method Students knowledge and understanding is assessed: Assessment of A1 is by: Music history coursework essays and exams, Performance workshop gigs (MiC, MPSt, MPSk) Assessment of A2 is by: Music Theory exams, Aural Perception Exams (AP, MN) Assessment of A3 is by: Rehearsals and live performances (MPSt, MPSk) Assessment of A4 is by: Live performances (MPSk) B. Cognitive skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: B1. Inform their musical practice through theoretical knowledge Assessment of A5 is by: Research Project (CARS) Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through Learning Outcome B1 Classes and workshops explore a wealth of concepts and approaches through practice. LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 2
B2. Make judgements through evaluative thinking B3. Construct and present written arguments B4. Devise and evaluate solutions to a range of problems Learning Outcome B2 Lectures and workshops encourage students to think evaluatively across a wide range of subjects in theory and practice. Learning Outcome B3 Lectures present and discuss theoretical principles in music. Learning Outcome B4 Workshops and performances require students to apply and evaluate solutions to a range of problems. Assessment Method Students cognitive skills are assessed by Assessment of B1 is by: Performance workshop rehearsals and gigs (MPSt, MN) Assessment of B2 is by: Music Theory exams, Music in Context exams, Transcriptions (AP, MN) Assessment of B3 is by: Research Project, Music in Context essays (CARS, MiC) Assessment of B4 is by: Student Devised Performance, Music Business Research Project (BRP, MBiz) C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: C1. Demonstrate technical competence in their chosen specialist area C2. Rehearse and practise effectively C3. Demonstrate competence in a range of musical skills C4. Plan, organise and manage study Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through: Learning Outcome C1 Classes and workshops providing students with technical and theoretical knowledge for their principal discipline. Learning Outcome C2 Classes and coursework projects requiring students to develop their instrumental / vocal skills continuously and deliver performances to professional requirements. Learning Outcome C3 Lectures and workshops focussing on harmonic literacy and aural perception. Learning Outcome C4 Students are required to manage their own learning and create work based on research. Assessment Method Students practical skills are assessed by LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 3
Assessment of C1 is by: Performance workshop gigs and Studio Recording project (MPSk, MPSt) Assessment of C2 is by: Rehearsals for live performances (MPSt) Assessment of C3 is by: Music Theory Exams (AP, MN) Assessment of C4 is by: Music in Context exams and projects (MiC) D. Transferrable Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: D1. Exercise personal responsibility D2. Learn effectively D3. Communicate accurately and articulately D4. Work effectively in a collaborative context to solve problems D5. Use Information Technology Effectively D6. Make decisions and draw conclusions Teaching/learning methods Students acquire transferrable skills through Learning Outcome D1 Workshops and projects requiring collaboration Learning Outcome D2 Classes enabling students to establish approaches to the independent study of music theory and aural perception. Learning Outcome D3 Classes and workshops requiring students to communicate their findings. Learning Outcome D4 Workshops and performances where collaboration and teamwork are fundamental to project realisation. Learning Outcome D5 Independent study to deliver Music Business Research Project. Learning Outcome D6 Workshops and rehearsals for Performance Workshop and Recording Project. Assessment method Students transferrable skills are assessed by Assessment of D1 is by: Music in Context Presentation, Research Project (Mic, CARS) Assessment of D2 is by: Music Theory Exams (AP) Assessment of D3 is by: Research Project (CARS) LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 4
Assessment of D4 is by: Live performances and rehearsals and Studio Recording Project (MPSt, MPSk) Assessment of D5 is by: Music in Context Presentation, Research Project, Songwriting Showreel (MiC, CARS, STS) Assessment of D6 is by: Performance Workshop and Studio Recording Project (MPSt, MPSk) 12. Programme structure (levels, units, credits and award requirements) 12. 1 Overall structure of the programme The HNC Creative Musicianship programme is a specialist course studied full-time over one year. Study is arranged into 25 weeks per year of contact tuition followed by 5 weeks of assessment. The award requires a minimum of 120 credits at FHEQ / QCF level 4. Units offered include some at level 5. 12.2 Levels and Units Unit Name, Level and HE Credit Point Value (CPV) All students must take the following units: Unit title Level CPV Creative Arts Research Skills 5 20 Music In Context 4 15 Aural Perception 4 15 Music Notation 4 15 Harmony and Composition 4 15 Music Composition Techniques 4 15 AWARD REQUIREMENTS 120 credits required to achieve full award. Pathway Specific units: Unit title (Performers) Music Performance Studies 4 15 Music Performance Skills 5 15 Unit title (Songwriters) Songwriting Techniques and Styles 4 15 Computer Music Composition & Production 5 15 12.3 Compulsory Units CARS, MiC 13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to units See Curriculum Map attached here on page 8. LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 5
14. Information about assessment regulations LCCM provides this programme in accordance with the QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education; application of this is enshrined in the following publicly available resources: 1) LCCM White Book 2) LCCM Policies and Procedures 3) Specification BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma - Pearson 4) HNC Qualifications Credit Framework (QCF) Music Units - Pearson Further information is available for HNC students in the LCCM HNC Programme Handbook. 15. Placement opportunities, requirements and support LCCM does not operate a formal placement scheme. However for details on networking and employment opportunities, please refer to the section on Personal Development Planning (PDP) in the LCCM HNC Programme Handbook. 16. Future careers Though completion of the programme will not guarantee employment in the music related creative industries, students who successfully complete the course will be capable of working as performers, recording artists, musicians, instrumental teachers and employees in the music related creative industries. Students who complete this programme may also be qualified to continue in higher education at FHEQ Level 5 depending on the specific course and institution. Please note, this course does not normally offer a route directly into the LCCM BMus (Hons) course at Level 5. 17. Particular support for learning Induction week for new students Access to extra-curricular workshops, seminars, classes and master classes Access to live performance opportunities Opportunities for commercial output Staff professional links and contacts Support classes 18. JACS code (or other relevant coding system) 19. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s) W310 Music 20. Reference points QAA UK Quality Code LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 6
LCCM web site Pearson website 21. Other information The LCCM HNC offers a unique mixture of learning and development opportunities that reflect many of the scenarios and pressures faced by professional practitioners currently working in the music and related creative industries. The programme strives to evolve at a pace equivalent to that of industry. Please note programme specifications provide a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. Beyond this summary, details of non-assessed activities not included in the handbook are included in the timetable and explained during Induction. LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 7
Curriculum map for HNC Music Performance This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all students, and maps programme learning outcomes against the units in which they are assessed. Programme learning outcomes Knowledge and understanding Practical skills A1 Contemporary musical styles, traditions and repertoires C1 Demonstrate technical competence in their chosen specialist area A2 Musical elements and concepts C2 Rehearse and practise effectively A3 Performance techniques C3 Demonstrate competence in a range of musical skills A4 Musical styles and contexts C4 Plan, organise and manage study A5 Approaches to research Cognitive skills Transferrable Skills B1 Inform their musical practice through D1 Exercise personal responsibility theoretical knowledge B2 Make judgements through evaluative D2 Learn effectively thinking B3 Construct and present written arguments D3 Communicate accurately and articulately B4 Devise and evaluate solutions to a range of problems D4 D5 Work effectively in a collaborative context to solve problems Use Information Technology effectively D6 Make decisions and draw conclusions Programme Outcomes by FHEQ / QCF Level Programme Outcomes A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 Minimum FHEQ / QCF Level achieved by all students who finish the HNC award 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Curriculum Map Unit title & FHEQ / QCF (Level) Unit code Programme Outcomes A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 Creative Arts Research (5) Music in Context (4) Aural Perception (4) Band Rehearsal and Performance (5) Music Business in the 21st Century (5) Music Notation (4) Music Performance Studies (4) Improvisation in Music (5) Singing Techniques and Styles (4) CARS X X MiC X X AP X X X X BRP X X X MBiz X X X X X MN X X X MPST X X X X IiM X X X STS X X X LCCM HNC Programme Specification 2015 9