MUSI20217 Topics in Ethnomusicology

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is MUSI20217 hard?

MUSI20217: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

One big research topic in ethnomusicology, looked at through case studies from around the world and across time.

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What you need first

None

Careers

Helps toward: Performing artist

How it’s assessed

Assignments 100%

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Quick answers

When is MUSI20217 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking MUSI20217?
No prerequisites.
Does MUSI20217 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 100%.
How many class hours a week does MUSI20217 have?
2 h a week in class
Can I take MUSI20217 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 MUSI20217?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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