MUSI20244 Figured Bass Realisation 1
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 6.25 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2 class hours a week
Is MUSI20244 hard?
MUSI20244: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Reading figured bass and turning it into stylish 17th–18th century accompaniment, at your instrument or on paper.
After it you can
- Realise figured bass with correct voice-leading
- Improvise simple harmony and melody in Baroque style
- Explain your choices in a written commentary
What you need first
MUSI10023 or MUSI10047
What it leads to
Can’t be taken together with
- MUSI40122
Careers
Helps toward: Performing artist
How it’s assessed
Assignments 40%, Presentations 50%, Participation 10%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI20244 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking MUSI20244?
- Needs MUSI10023 or MUSI10047.
- Does MUSI20244 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 40%, Presentations 50%, Participation 10%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI20244 have?
- 2 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI20244 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- What can I take after MUSI20244?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example MUSI30257.
- Can I rate MUSI20244?
- 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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