Bachelor of Science Music Business, Musicology and Technology Honours Degree
Overview
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 These regulations shall be read in conjunction with the General Academic Regulations
for undergraduate degrees hereinafter referred to as the General Regulations.
1.2 The degree will be awarded to candidates who have successfully completed an
approved programme and passed examinations in accordance with the General
Regulations.
2. OBJECTIVES
The degree provides students with top class tuition and thorough training in music
making, performance, marketing and management in an effort to develop a viable music
industry. The department interacts and collaborates with various stake holders who
include institutions of learning, prominent music performing artists, music companies,
industries, recording studios and arts groups. These stake holders afford students practical
work experiences in the various areas of students’ specialisation during work related
learning.
3. CAREER PROSPECTS
graduates may become a musician, entrepreneur, publicist/ advertiser,
music promoter/marketing agent, music manager, music producer, music critic,
repertoire agent, sound engineer, music publisher, archivist, music librarian, music /arts
administrator, researcher, educator, audio producer, sound designer, audio programmer.
The graduates may also work in various cultural organisations, music companies, radio
stations, television stations and media houses.
Ensembles
Students participate in various music ensembles which include the electric band, mbira,
marimba, and dance (African traditional and contemporary). Exposure from these
ensembles enables students to form their own bands/ groups and come up with their
own recordings.
Activities/ Events
Students participate in music performances such as concerts, recitals, road shows, talent
shows, fund raising shows, graduation ceremonies entertainment, public lectures, cleanup campaigns, awareness campaigns, and other social gatherings
Entry Requirements
4. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should meet the normal University and Faculty of Social Sciences entry
requirements
4.1 Normal Entry
For normal entry applicants should have at 5 ‘O’ levels including English Language and 2 ‘A’ level passes in any of the following: Music,Art, African Languages, Divinity, Management of Business, Sociology, Geography. A certificate or Diploma in Music will be an added advantage.
4.2 Special Entry
Candidates who have successfully completed a diploma in music or have obtained equivalent qualifications may apply for entry into BMM Honours degree Programme subject to availability of places. Such candidates may be exempted from certain
modules at the discretion of the department
4.3 Mature Entry
Candidates may apply for mature entry after attending interviews and or a special test
at the University exclusively designed to assess both his/her general suitability for
admission into University and suitability to undertake a Bachelor of Music Degree
4.4 Visiting School
4.4.1 The aim of the visiting school programme is to provide academic support to
those Music practitioners who are already in the feld but need to upgrade
their skills in the area. Ordinarily, these individuals hold qualifcations
lower than BSc in Music and Musicology
4.4.2 The degree programme will be completed in three years with academic
levels 2 and 3 running concurrently.
4.4.3 To qualify for normal entry, candidates should have at least fve ‘O’ level
passes including English. In addition, a candidate must have;
Either
Any relevant Diploma from a recognised institution
OR
Any other relevant tertiary qualifcation
And
• At least 2 years working experience in the relevant feld
• Proof of employment in a relevant field
Programme Structure
12. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Level 1 Semester 1
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 114 | Musical Sound | 4 |
BMM 115 | Mbira and Voice | 4 |
BMM 118 | Ethnomusicology | 4 |
BMM 121 | History of Western Music 1 | 4 |
BMM 122 | Theory of Music 1 | 4 |
CS 101 | Communication Skills | 4 |
Level 1 Semester 2
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 113 | Musicology | 4 |
BMM 119 | African Ethnography | 4 |
BMM 120 | Recorder and Marimba | 4 |
BMM 123 | History of Western Music 2 | 4 |
BMM 124 | Theory of Music 2 | 4 |
HCS 115 | Introduction to Information Technology | 4 |
Level 2 Semester 1
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 201 | Zimbabwean Traditional Genres, Styles and Dances | 4 |
BMM 202 | Organology | 4 |
BMM 203 | Popular Music | 4 |
BMM 204 | Keyboard and Guitar | 4 |
GS 201 | Gender Studies | 4 |
Plus one elective from another department
Level 2 Semester2
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 205 | Transcription and Analysis | 4 |
BMM 206 | Music and Other Media | 4 |
BMM 207 | Research Methods in Music | 4 |
BMM 208 | Fundamental Performance Practice Specialization | 4 |
Plus one elective from another department
Level 3 Semesters 1 and 2
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 301 | Work Related Learning Report | 15 |
BMM 302 | Academic Supervisor’s Report | 15 |
BMM 303 | Employer’s Assessment Report | 10 |
Level 4 Semester1
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 402 | World Music Cultures | 4 |
BMM 403 | Compositional Techniques | 4 |
BMM 404 | Intermediate Performance Practice | 4 |
BMM 405 | Music Technology (optional) | 4 |
BMM 406 | Instrument Construction (optional) | 4 |
BMM 412 | History of Jazz | 4 |
Plus one elective from another department
Level 4 Semester.2
Code
|
Description
|
Credits
|
---|---|---|
BMM 407 | Music Critique, Law and Ethics | 4 |
BMM 408 | Dissertation | 4 |
BMM 409 | Advanced Performance Practice Specialization | 4 |
BMM 410 | Music Management and Marketing (optional) | 4 |
BMM 411 | Music Methods (optional) | 4 |
Plus one elective from another department
13. MODULE SYNOPSES
BMM 113 Musicology
The modules seeks to trace the emergence, emphasis and development of the discipline as a field of study at university level to the present day, as well as forecasting its future.
BMM 114 Music Sound
The module examines the nature and character of musical sound with particular reference to its qualities and transmission.
BMM115 Mbira and Voice
The module intends to furnish the students with the background knowledge to and manipulative skills in mbira and voice.
BMM 118 Ethnomusicology
The module examines the emergence and development of the discipline of Ethnomusicology over time and space.
BMM 119 African Ethnography
The module aims to help students appreciate the role of music in African societies and also standards by which music can be judged African.
BMM 120 Recorder and Marimba
This module develops some sound fundamental knowledge of and manipulative skills in Recorder and Marimba.
BMM 121 History of Western Music Part 1
This module focuses on the History of Western Music from medieval to baroque period, and also showing the development of notation.
BMM 122 Theory of Music 1
The module is intended to further develop the students’ fundamental knowledge and skills in interpreting music in relation to time notes, pitch notes, scales and keys up to 7 sharp and 7 flats.
BMM 123 History of Western Music Part 2
This module focuses on the history of Western Music from Classical to 20th Century Period.
BMM 124 Theory of Music Part 2
This module exposes students to concepts related to musical space including intervals, triads, chords and cadences as well as modulation and transposition. It further stretches theory of music through the study of minor scales, chromatic scales, the entire rhythmic range including and music performance.
GS 201 Introduction to Gender Studies
Refer to the department of Gender Studies
BMM 201 Zimbabwean Traditional Music Genres, Styles and Dances
The module focuses on the ethnic music genres, styles and dances of the indigenous people of Zimbabwean in their geographical locations
BMM 202 Organology
The module encompasses the study of musical instruments with particular emphasis on origin; make,and sound producing device, compass register and classification.
BMM 203 Popular Music
The module aims to trace the birth ,history and development of Popular Music and how this influenced the history and development of popular music in Zimbabwe.
BMM 204 Guitar and Keyboard
The module develops in students some basic knowledge and skills in guitar and keyboard instruments.
BMM 205 Transcription Analysis
The module examines the merits and demerits of transcribing and analyzing music in an attempt to establish appropriate ways of interpreting and preserving music from different cultures.
BMM206 Music and Other Media
The module exposes students to and helps them operate and manage electronic equipment such as audio recorders / players, video cameras, recording studio equipment as well as composing and editing equipment.
BMM207 Research Methods in Music
This module is a grounding course on both scientific and social research methods as applicable to music in gathering, analyzing, interpreting and presenting data.
BMM 208 Fundamental Performance Practice Specialization
The module focuses on the fundamental knowledge, concepts and skills related to the selected major and minor instruments.
BMM 402 World Music Cultures
The module aims to develop in students an appreciation of the fact that music is a universal phenomenon but its meaning varies with each culture, however issues, such as cross culturalism and acculturation play a central role in the assimilating of differences.
BMM 403 Compositional Techniques
The module presents the students with a variety of techniques employed by different composers in composing music so as to lay a foundation upon which the can create music of their own.
BMM 404 Intermediate Performance Practice Specialization
The module focuses on intermediate knowledge, concepts and skills related to the selected major and minor instruments.
BMM 405 Music Technology (Optional)
This practical module looks at the computer, control of sound and sound manipulation; drum programming with MIDI, sampling, digital recording and basics of sound engineering.
BMM 406 Instrument Construction (optional
This module enables students to gather knowledge about, maintain and produce musical instruments with the help of tuning devices.
BMM 407 Music Critique, Law and Ethics
The module affords the students the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained and skills acquired in carrying out informed critical analysis of musical works. The module also sensitizes students on ethical issues and laws pertaining musical performance, preservation and ownership.
BMM 408 Dissertation
This module derives support from BMM 207 Research Methods as well as seminars and one to one supervision sessions.
BMM 409 Advanced Performance Practice Specialization
The module focuses on advanced knowledge, concepts and skills related to the selected major and minor instruments.
BMM 410 Music Management and Marketing (optional)
The module relates to management and marketing of business in the entertainment and music industry.
BMM 412 History of Jazz
This module seeks to trace the history, development, spread and globalization of jazz and how it influences the development of Zimbabwe Township Music and its current status in Zimbabwe.