Students choose 80 credits of Level I optional modules (four x 20 credits) from the list provided annually by the Department of Music. Availability of particular modules varies from year to year and is subject to timetabling constraints and other conditions. Please contact the Department for further details. Optional modules: Students should aim for an even balance of credits between semesters. They may not take more than 40 credits of performance-based modules. Optional modules: Choose TWO modules in Semester 1 and TWO modules in Semester 2 Optional modules: OR Optional modules: Choose TWO modules in Semester 1 and ONE module in Semester 2 PLUS ONE year-long 10+10 module Optional modules: OR Optional modules: Choose ONE module in Semester 1 and TWO modules in Semester 2 PLUS ONE year-long 10+10 module Optional modules: OR Optional modules: Choose ONE module in Semester 1 and ONE module in Semester 2 PLUS TWO year-long 10+10 modules
Students may also apply to undertake a Professional Skills module at level I. If successful this will be taken in place of 20 credits of taught modules. The credits to be dropped will be discussed with the programme convenor. The placement can be taken either during the summer vacation (part-time or full-time) or during semester 1 (part-time only). The placement must be completed prior to the Christmas vacation. Students undertaking a Professional Skills module at level I will not be able to undertake a Professional Skills module at level H.