MUSI30271 Topics in Popular Music Studies
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.
- No final exam: all coursework
Is MUSI30271 hard?
MUSI30271: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
One big research topic in popular music studies, such as the music industry or hip-hop, through case studies.
After it you can
- Compare research across cultures and eras
- Find and judge the research literature
- Carry out a small research project
What you need first
MUSI10047 or MUSI10227
Careers
Helps toward: Performing artist
How it’s assessed
Assignments 60%, Projects 40%
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI30271 offered?
- Not running in 2026.
- What do I need before taking MUSI30271?
- Needs MUSI10047 or MUSI10227.
- Does MUSI30271 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 60%, Projects 40%.
- Can I take MUSI30271 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Science.
- Can I rate MUSI30271?
- 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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