Music in culture Field of study: Media Cultures
Programme code: W1-N1KM19.2024

Module name: Music in culture
Module code: W1-KM-N1-MwK04
Programme code: W1-N1KM19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module introduces students to the elements of music history and the formation process of the most recognisable musical trends and styles. Those studying are introduced to representative pieces, gaining knowledge of their genesis, structure and function in selected cultural formations.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
consciously participate in various forms of cultural life, with a particular emphasis on musical culture [K_01]
 W1-M01SN_K03 [2/5]
is aware of the responsibility for the creation and preservation of cultural heritage, with particular reference to musical culture [K_02]
 W1-M01SN_K02 [3/5]
is able to recognise different types of musical phenomena, identify their meanings and reconstruct and describe their social impact and place in contemporary culture [U_01]
 W1-M01SN_U05 [4/5]
has knowledge of the importance of music in culture and the place of knowledge of music in the humanities [W_01]
 W1-M01SN_W02 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [W1-KM-K] 20 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Video show [c02]  		course work K_01 K_02 U_01 W_01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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