PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND CURRICULUM MAP

1. Programme title
2. Awarding institution
3. Teaching institution
4. Programme accredited by
5. Final qualification
6. Academic year
7. Language of study
8. Mode of study

Music Performance and Production

Middlesex University
London Centre of Contemporary Music
N/A
BMus (Honours)
2013/14
English
Full-Time

9. Criteria for admission to the programme

UCAS Tariff: 200 points or equivalent including ABRSM grade 7 or 8 pass (or equivalent) or
Music foundation course 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 a minimum of 3 years.
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages Certificate (CEFR) Level B2 English language competence. Applicants
must achieve at least CEFR level B2 in all four components (speaking, listening, reading and
writing).
Approved test providers
1. British Council IELTS Band 6.0: [with a minimum individual component score of 5.5].
2. Cambridge ESOL have a range of B2 courses
3. City and Guilds International ESOL Diploma
4. TOEIC - Educational Testing Service (ETS)
5. TOEFL iBT Test
6. Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)
7. Trinity College London have a range of B2 courses

10. Aims of the programme

The programme aims to provide musicians and creators of music with an education that is relevant
to the reality of the creative industries in 2013 and beyond. Graduates from this programme leave
this institution with the knowledge, understanding, skills, experience and initiative necessary to
develop lasting careers in the music related creative industries.

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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 and/or composition
techniques

Teaching/learning methods
Students gain knowledge and understanding through:

Learning Outcome A1
A broad mixture of lectures, workshops and practical
coursework projects including extensive performance,
composition, arranging and analysis of music.
Learning Outcome A2
A range of lectures, workshops and practical coursework
projects including extensive analysis of harmony, rhythm
and style, compositions, arrangements, performances and
individual technical skills tests.

A4. Musical styles and aesthetics

A5. Approaches to research

Learning Outcome A3
A broad mixture of lectures, workshops and practical
coursework projects including extensive performances,
compositions and arrangements.
Learning Outcome A4
Lectures and workshops providing an exploration of
concepts and ideas that define musical style, mood and
feel.
Learning Outcome A5
Lectures and workshops that provide students with starting
points to the further research and use of imagination and
initiative to uncover data, information sources and how to
evaluate validity, relevance and rigour.

Assessment Method
Students knowledge and understanding is assessed:
Assessment of A1 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, CM1, SR1, SW1, CAA2, SA2, SWC2, HR3, JR3)
Assessment of A2 is by:
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, CAA2, SWC2)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT1, HT2, HR3,
JR3)
Live performances and instrumental techniques (PP2, IS2)
Assessment of A3 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions

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(CAA1, CAA2, SA2, SWC2, CAA3)

Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HR3, JR3)
Assessment of A4 is by:
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, CM1, SR1, SW1, CAA2, SA2, SWC2, CAA3)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT2, HR3, JR3)
Assessment of A5 is by:
The realisation of musical and commercial projects based
on and informed by research (PR2, SA2, SWC2, CAA3,
CIE3, PP3)

B. Cognitive skills
On completion of this programme the
successful student will be able to:
B1. Inform their musical practice through
theoretical knowledge
B2. Think critically and reflectively
B3. Construct and present written and oral
arguments

Teaching/learning methods
Students learn cognitive skills through
Learning Outcome B1
Lectures, classes, tutorials and workshops examine and
explore a wealth of concepts and approaches, through
practice and creation.
Learning Outcome B2
Lectures, workshops and tutorials encourage students to
think critically across a wide range of subjects in theory and
practice. Evaluation assignments enable students to reflect
and analyse performances and collaborative coursework.
Learning Outcome B3
Lectures, tutorials and workshops covering the use of
written argument, analysis and discussion.

Assessment Method
Students cognitive skills are assessed by
Assessment of B1 is by:
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, SR1, SW1, CAA2, SWC2)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT1, HR3, JR3)
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2)
Assessment of B2 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (PP1, PP2)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CM1, SR1, SW1, SA2, SWC2, CAA3)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT2, HR3, JR3)
The realisation of musical and commercial projects based
on and informed by research (CEI3, IP3)
Assessment of B3 is by:

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Present arguments through musical analysis and original

composition (HT2, SWC2, HR3, JR3)
Present arguments through projects based on research
(CIE3, IP3)

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 and
research

Teaching/learning methods
Students learn practical skills through
Learning Outcome C1
Lectures, classes, tutorials and workshops providing
students with technical and theoretical knowledge for their
principal discipline and in module options.
Learning Outcome C2
Workshops, tutorials, classes and coursework projects
requiring students to develop their instrumental / vocal skills
continuously and their ability to practice the delivery of
performances and presentations to professional
requirements.
Learning Outcome C3
Lectures and workshops focussing on performance,
composition, arranging and production.
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
Assessment of C1 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2, IS3, RA3)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CM1, SR1, SW1, MP3, RA3)
Other specialist areas (MT3, IP3)
Assessment of C2 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (PP1, PP2,
IS2, PP3)
Direct ensembles (CAA3)
Compose works in collaboration (SWC2)
Presentations of business projects (CIE3)
Assessment of C3 is by:
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, CM1, SW1, CAA2, PR2, CAA3)
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2, PP3)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT2, HR3, JR3)
Assessment of C4 is by:

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Live performances and instrumental techniques (PP1, PP2,

PP3)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions (SA2,
CAA3)
The realisation of musical and commercial projects based
on and informed by research (PR2, CIE3)

D. Graduate Skills
On completion of this programme the
successful student will be able to:
D1. Demonstrate Personal and Career
Development
D2. Demonstrate Effective Learning
D3. Demonstrate Effective Communication
Skills
D4. Demonstrate Teamwork
D5. Use Information Technology
Effectively
D6. Use Numeracy Effectively

Teaching/learning methods
Students acquire graduate skills through
Learning Outcome D1
Lectures, evaluation of live performance, classes, tutorials
and independent studies required for FHEQ 6 module
choices.
Learning Outcome D2
Lectures, workshops, classes and tutorials focused on
providing the students with approaches to independent
study, development and learning found in Harmony and
Rhythm, Jazz Reharmonisation, Composition, Arranging
and Analysis, Creative Industries Entrepreneurship and
module choices.
Learning Outcome D3
Lectures and workshops relating to the communication of
mood and universal human themes in music and the
communication of ideas, both musical and commercial,
through verbal and written argument.
Learning Outcome D4
Assessment projects and workshops where teamwork is
fundamental.
Learning Outcome D5
Lectures, workshops and tutorials where using a range of
computer programmes and or other digital technologies are
fundamental. IT is embedded in almost all activities
throughout the programme.
Learning Outcome D6
Lectures, tutorials and workshops relating to instrumental /
vocal technique, harmony, rhythm and business.

Assessment method
Students graduate skills are assessed by
Assessment of D1 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2, IS3, RA3)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(SWC2, MDA3, MP3, AVS3, SW3)

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Other specialist skills (MT3, IP3)

Assessment of D2 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (IS1, PP1,
PP2, IS2)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions (SR1,
SW1, SA2, SWC2)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HR3, JR3)
Assessment of D3 is by:
Live performances and instrumental techniques (PP1, PP3)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(SW1, CAA2, SWC2, CAA3)
Presenting business projects (CIE3)
Assessment of D4 is by:
Live performances (PP1, PP2)
Original compositions, arrangements and productions (SA2)
Directing ensembles (CAA3)
Collaborative business projects (CEI3)
Assessment of D5 is by:
Original compositions, arrangements and productions
(CAA1, CM1, SR1, CAA2, SA2, CAA3)
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT1, HT2, HR3,
JR3)
Devising and presenting collaborative business projects
(CIE3)
Assessment of D6 is by:
Harmonic, rhythmic and stylistic analysis (HT1, HT2, HR3,
JR3)
The use of specialist production software (CM1, SR1, SA2)
Arrangements for more complex ensembles (CAA3)
Devising and presenting financial information (CIE3)

12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements)

12. 1 Overall structure of the programme
The BMus (Hons) Music Performance and Production programme is a specialist course studied
over three years (full-time) or 6 years (part-time). Study is undertaken at three FHEQ levels and is
arranged into 25 weeks per year of contact tuition followed by 5 weeks of assessment. The degree
award requires 360 credit points in total, of at least 120 at each of the following FHEQ levels: 4, 5
and 6.
Modules at level 4 provide a foundation for the skills, knowledge and experience needed for levels 5
and 6. Some modules within the programme contain key skills that are fundamental to achieving the
final award. These skills include aural recognition, harmonic and rhythmic literacy, performance and
instrumental practice, composition and arrangement skills and an advanced knowledge of business
principles in the music related creative industries.

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12.1.1 Module Choices at FHEQ 6

At level 6, students have a limited choice of module combinations. All modules offer various
opportunities for autonomous learning and specialisation. The fundamental purpose of enabling
students to choose a module combination is to ensure students focus on a single specialist area.
Any consideration for combinations outside of those documented here in 12.2 will be at the sole
discretion of the Programme Leader.
Where the Programme Leader considers a request for an alternative module combination he or she
will consider:
1. Whether the student shows an exceptional level of ability in the relevant fields and an equal
level of academic achievement in both preceding levels
2. Precedent
3. Whether the combination requested leads to a dilution of specialisation
4. The workload of the combination
5. The effect of the choice on the wider student body
The programme divides year 3 into two pathways and FHEQ 6 modules into three categories: Core
1 & 2 and Specialisation. Students must take one module from each. All modules at FHEQ 6:

Are competitive to enter

Have specific prerequisite requirements

Have entry criteria based on achievement in relevant subject areas at FHEQ 4 & 5

In all cases students will be required to give a first and second preference for their module choice.
NB: students will not get their first choice in all circumstances. Module leaders, in agreement
with the Education Department and other relevant tutors, will select final module choices based on a
combination of:

Results from any exams, assessments or coursework in relevant subjects

Grades achieved in prerequisite modules

Attendance and attitude to learning

Ability to work collaboratively

Capacity of the module i.e. some modules have limited places

12.1.2 Instrumental Studies

This module can be particularly competitive. Students wishing to take Instrumental Studies 3 (IS3)
are only normally considered if they have achieved a grade 8 or higher in IS2. Students taking IS3
must also take Professional Performance 3 unless an exception is agreed by the Programme
Leader. It is also preferred for Instrumentalist Studies 3 students (except drummers and vocalists) to
take Jazz Reharmonisation 3.
12.1.3 Diploma of Higher Education (Fallback Certificate)
Students who achieve 240 points are eligible to obtain an intermediate award (Diploma of Higher
Education in Music Performance and Production), if required.

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12.2 Levels and modules

Level 4 (All modules are 30 credits)
CORE
PATHWAY SPECIFIC
Students must take all of
Professional Performance 1
the following:
PP1

PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
120 credits required to progress

(Performers)

Composition, Arranging &

Analysis 1 CAA1
Harmony & Theory 1 HT1

Instrumental Studies 1 IS1

(Performers)

Songwriting 1 SW1
(Songwriters)

Computer Music 1 CM1

(Producers & Songwriters)

Studio Recording 1 SR1

(Producers)

Level 5 (All modules are 30 credits)

CORE
PATHWAY SPECIFIC
Students must take all of
Songwriting SW2
(Songwriters)
the following:

PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
210-240 credits required to progress

Composition, Arranging &

Analysis 2 CAA2

Project Realisation PR2

Harmony & Theory 2 HT2

Studio Alchemy SA2

(Songwriters & Producers)

NB: (Students who have achieved 240

points are eligible for a DipHE)

(Producers)

Instrumental Studies 2 IS2

(Performers)

Professional Performance 2
PP2
(Performers)

Level 6 (All modules are 40 credits)

CORE 1
CORE 2

SPECIALISATION

PROGRESSION
REQUIREMENTS

Students must take

one of the following:

Students must take

one of the following:

Students may choose

one of the following:

Students who achieve

300 points are eligible
for Ordinary Degree

Harmony & Rhythm 3

HR3

Instrumental Studies
3*

Professional
Performance 3 PP3 *

Jazz Reharmonisation

Creative Industries

Songwriting 3 SW3

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3 JR3

Entrepreneurship 3
CIE3
Composition,
Arranging & Analysis 3
CAA3

Audio Visual
Synchronisation 3
AVS3
Music Production 3
MP3
Musical Direction &
Arranging 3 MDA3
Recording Act 3
Independent Project 3
Music Teaching 3

* See 12.1.2 Instrumental Studies

12.3 Compulsory modules

Module level
Module code
4
CAA1, HT1
5
CAA2, HT2, IS2, PR2
13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modules
See Curriculum Map attached.
14. Information about assessment regulations
LCCM is governed by Middlesex University Regulations for all but the following exceptions:
1) Course Withdrawal
2) Interruption of Study
3) Fee Refunds
Policies for these locally supervised matters as found on the LCCM web site
4) Academic Misconduct and Complaints are investigated using LCCM's procedures. After these
have been exhausted, recourse to the relevant Middlesex University Regulations is applicable.
5) Classification and Final Classification
LCCM is permitted to operate an enhanced version of the Middlesex University regulation (E4.4.3)
regarding the use of discretion in determining student profiles where HR3 and JR3 modules fall
outside students' clear profiles.
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determine the profile as borderline and consequently use discretion. Such a borderline profile may
be determined one class below the clear profile according to the grade achieved in HR3 or JR3. The
assessment board will use discussion and precedent to reach a final decision.

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
this 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, composers, songwriters, arrangers, programmers, producers, media
composers, musical directors, teachers and employees in the music related creative industries.
Graduates will be qualified for further study or to enter the workforce as graduate employees.

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
One to one tutorials
Support classes
18. JACS code (or other relevant coding system)
19. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s)

W310
Music

20. Reference points

Middlesex University Regulations
Middlesex University Quality and Learning Enhancement Handbook and associated Guidance
LCCM web site
UK Quality Code
21. Other information
The LCCM BMus (Hons) 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

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opportunities that are provided. Beyond this summary, details of non-assessed activities not included in the handbook are
included in your timetable and explained during Induction.

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Curriculum map for BMus (Hons) Music Performance and Production

This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all
graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are
assessed.
Programme learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding

Practical skills

A1

C1

A2

Contemporary musical styles, traditions and

repertoires
Musical elements and concepts

C2

Demonstrate technical competence in their chosen

specialist area
Rehearse and practise effectively

A3

Performance and or composition techniques

C3

Demonstrate competence in a range of musical skills

A4

Musical styles and aesthetics

C4

Plan, organise and manage study and research

A5

Approaches to research

C5

Cognitive skills

Graduate Skills

B1

Inform their musical practice through

theoretical knowledge
Think critically and reflectively

D1

Personal and Career Development

D2

Effective Learning

Construct and present written and oral

arguments

D3

Communication

B4

D4

Teamwork

B5

D5

Information Technology

B6

D6

Numeracy

B2
B3

Programme outcomes
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
B1
B2
Highest level achieved by all graduates
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
Module Title

Module
Code
by
Level

B3

C1

C2

C3

C4

D1

D2

D3

D4

D5

D6

Programme outcomes
A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

B1

B2

B3

C1

C2

C3

C4

D1

D2

D3

D4

D5

D6

Level 4
Composition, Arranging CAA1
& Analysis 1
Harmony & Theory 1
HT1

IS1

Professional
Performance 1
Computer Music 1

PP1
CM1

Studio Recording 1

SR1

Songwriting 1

SW1

Composition, Arranging CAA2

& Analysis 2

Instrumental Studies 1

Level 5

A1

A2

A3

A4

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X

B1

B2

B3

C1

X
X

C2

C3

C4

D1

D2

D3

D5

D6

D4

49

Harmony & Theory 2

HT 2

Project Realisation 2

PR2

Professional
Performance 2
Instrumental Studies 2

PP2

Studio Alchemy 2

SA2

Songwriting &
Composition 2
Level 6

SWC2

Harmony & Rhythm 3

HR3

Jazz Reharmonisation
3
Composition, Arranging
& Analysis 3
Creative Industries
Entrepreneurship 3
Professional
Performance 3
Instrumental Studies 3

JR3

IS3

Recording Act 3

RA3

Music Directing &

Arranging 3
Music Production 3

MDA3

Audio Visual
Synchronisation 3
Songwriting 3

AVS3

SW3

Music Teaching 3

MT3

Independent Project 3

IP3

IS2

CAA3

X
X

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

B1

B2

B3

X
C3

C4

C1

C2

X
X

MP3

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D5

D6

PP3

CIE3

X
X

D1

D2

D3

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