MUSI20149 Music Psychology
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 3 class hours a week
Is MUSI20149 hard?
MUSI20149: Easier. #9 on the easy list for Bachelor of Science. Makes it easier: Reviewers say it’s manageable (8 reviews), Reviewers say the workload is light, No final exam.
What you learn
What research says about music, the brain and the body, and how musical skills grow from birth to old age.
After it you can
- Find relevant research across several disciplines
- Summarise research studies clearly
- Critique theories in music psychology
What you need first
None
Careers
Helps toward: Performing artist
How it’s assessed
Quizzes 40%, Assignments 60%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 8 students on StudentVIP (2022–2026)
- Most call it an easy WAM booster, especially as an online summer breadth, needing only a few hours a week.
- Don't underestimate the weekly quizzes: details come from the lecture and podcast, so read the transcripts first.
- The 60% essay is where marks are lost; several found it harshly marked. Follow the rubric and add your own experience.
- Opinions on the content are split: some found it fun and thought-provoking, others dry and forgettable.
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI20149 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking MUSI20149?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MUSI20149 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 40%, Assignments 60%.
- Is MUSI20149 hard?
- From 8 student reviews on StudentVIP: Most call it an easy WAM booster, especially as an online summer breadth, needing only a few hours a week.
- What do students say about MUSI20149?
- Most call it an easy WAM booster, especially as an online summer breadth, needing only a few hours a week. Don't underestimate the weekly quizzes: details come from the lecture and podcast, so read the transcripts first. The 60% essay is where marks are lost; several found it harshly marked. Follow the rubric and add your own experience.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI20149 have?
- 3 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI20149 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Science.
- Can I rate MUSI20149?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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