Sound - Composition and Music Production
UAC Code: 75406
This major explores composition and production of music and sound, in particular through the use of digital technologies. It is suitable for students from a traditional music background, as well as those who have developed an interest in sound design and music composition through computer-based technologies. Students creativity will be extended through studies in:
− theory of sound (acoustics)
− composition (electronic media/improvisational and traditional)
− computer music applications
− critical listening skills
− audio/visual media
Classes addressing all aspects of sound studies will give students the opportunity to interact with their peers and visiting professional sound artists.
Specific Entry Requirements
Acceptance is based upon application, include original examples of work (scores and recordings), interview and UAI. Applications close 26 September 2008 and interviews are normally held in late November.
Major Study Program
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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SCMP101
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Investigations in Sound 1: Creative Projects 1
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP102
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Investigations in Sound 2: Creative Projects 2
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Spring
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6
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SCMP121
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Sound Studies 1: Improvisation
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP122
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Sound Studies 2: Improvisation
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Spring
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6
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Plus 12 credit points of theory:
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SCMP111
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Issues in Sound 1: Acoustics
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP112
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Issues in Sound 2: Notation
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Spring
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6
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200-Level
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SCMP201
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Investigations in Sound 3: Creative Projects 3
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP202
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Investigations in Sound 4: Creative Projects 4
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Spring
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6
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SCMP221
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Sound Studies 3: Historical Studies 1
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP222
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Sound Studies 4: Historical Studies 2
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Spring
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6
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Plus 12 credit points of theory:
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SCMP211
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Computer Music 1: Algorithmic Composition
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP212
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Issues in Sound 3: Audio/Visual Composition
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Spring
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6
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300-Level
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SCMP301
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Investigations in Sound 5: Creative Projects 5
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP302
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Investigations in Sound 6: Creative Projects 6
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Spring
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6
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SCMP321
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Sound Studies 5: Professional Practice 1
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP322
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Sound Studies 6: Professional Practice 2
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Spring
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6
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Plus 12 credit points of theory:
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SCMP311
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Issues in Sound 4: Computer Music 4
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Autumn
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6
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SCMP312
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Computer Music 2: Music Synthesis
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Spring
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6
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Electives
Single degree BCA students must also include 36 credit points of electives in their degree, of which no more than 18 credit points may be at 100 level. SCMP electives are SCMP131, SCMP132, SCMP231, SCMP232, SCMP331 and SCMP332. Electives may also be selected from the general schedule and may include CREA202.
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