MUSI20177 Contextual Studies 3
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- Final exam 50%
- About 4.25 class hours a week
Is MUSI20177 hard?
MUSI20177: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
The harmony, rhythm and history behind contemporary music, with practical tutorials on leading an ensemble.
After it you can
- Describe the history of improvised music
- Hear and perform rhythms and harmonies
- Apply music theory to jazz
What you need first
MUSI10193
What it leads to
How it’s assessed
Presentations 20%, Final exam 50%, Tests 30%
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI20177 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking MUSI20177?
- Needs MUSI10193.
- Does MUSI20177 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Presentations 20%, Final exam 50%, Tests 30%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI20177 have?
- 4.25 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI20177 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- What can I take after MUSI20177?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example MUSI20180.
- Can I rate MUSI20177?
- 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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