Course Code

MUS1113

Unit Bearing Information

3 units

Course Description

The aim of this course is to develop music listening skills and appreciation of music from around the world. Students will study various musical genres focusing on music in a global context and will be able to identify: (i) the essential differences and overlapping similarities of the elements of the world’s music; and (ii) organizing principles of these musical elements by affective listening. Students will recognise and identify the music of many cultures. Major objectives are to distinguish given music genres, and to comprehend the roles and functions of music in the world.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to

· Identify music instruments, styles, genres, textures, and elements of world music;

· Develop aural skills and distinguish selected examples of music from East Asia, South East Asia, India, Europe, Africa and Latin America followed by styles, genres, and specific works;

· Examine and discuss specific styles and pieces of world music both in writing and in oral presentation.

Course Schedule

Instructor

Dr. Kris AngCheng HO, Associate Professor, The School of Culture and Creativity

Medium of Instruction

English

Classroom

CC-302

Eligibility

A student who is currently studying for a bachelor degree.

Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite

Nil

Course Fee

1. RMB5,000 for BNBU, HKBU and HKCHC students;

2. RMB7,500 for the students from other colleges/ universities.

Accomodation Fee

1. BNBU students (Non-graduates): RMB10/ Person/ Day

2. BNBU graduates: RMB60/ Person/ Day

3. HKBU, HKCHC and other students: RMB60/ Person/ Day

Note: The standard fee for summer accommodation in student hostel for 2026 is subject to final confirmation.