2026/7, Trimester 1, Blended, Edinburgh Napier University
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| Occurrence: | 001 |
| Primary mode of delivery: | Blended |
| Location of delivery: | MERCHISTON |
| Partner: | Edinburgh Napier University |
| Member of staff responsible for delivering module: | Andrew Samson |
| Module Organiser: | |
| Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH)) |
| Mode of activity | Learning & Teaching Activity | NESH (Study Hours) | NESH Description |
| Face To Face | Practical classes and workshops | 12 | Trimester 1: You will participate in practical classes and workshops designed to extend your knowledge of the creative and practical use of music software, associated software controllers, and recording studio skills. Through lab-based classes and practical tasks, you will further develop your understanding of software functionality, build confidence in its use, and develop workflows that are appropriate to your musical interests and goals. Reasonable adjustments will be embedded into teaching and learning practice for all students wherever possible. This may include the provision of notes and learning materials in advance of class, and allowing additional time for in-class tests where required to support access, inclusion, and individual learning needs. |
| Face To Face | Supervised time in studio/workshop | 8 | You will participate in student led, tutor supported collaborative practical sessions to consolidate content covered across both trimesters of the module. |
| Online | Guided independent study | 168 | You will actively participate in Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) activities and tasks on Moodle to support your learning and develop your practical application of key concepts. |
| Face To Face | Practical classes and workshops | 12 | Trimester 2: You will participate in practical classes and workshops designed to extend your knowledge of the creative and practical use of music software, associated software controllers, and recording studio skills. Through lab-based classes and practical tasks, you will further develop your understanding of software functionality, build confidence in its use, and develop workflows that are appropriate to your musical interests and goals. Reasonable adjustments will be embedded into teaching and learning practice for all students wherever possible. This may include the provision of notes and learning materials in advance of class, and allowing additional time for in-class tests where required to support access, inclusion, and individual learning needs. |
| Total Study Hours | 200 | |
| Expected Total Study Hours for Module | 200 | |
| Assessment |
| Type of Assessment | Weighting % | LOs covered | Week due | Length in Hours/Words | Description |
| Portfolio | 50 | 1~2~3~4~5 | Exam Period | , WORDS= 2 x 3-5 Minutes | You will perform a 3-5 minute set of music using music technology and related software controllers to augment your performance. You will record, sequence, mix, control, and manipulate additional software-based instrumentation and textures using Ableton Live or Logic Pro. The piece you perform with technology may be an original composition or a cover version of an existing song. You may use and build upon the Ableton Live or Logic Pro sessions and performances developed during class, or you may create something new. You will be assessed on areas such as session design, MIDI/key mapping, live performance, effects processing, and the live manipulation of effects.You submission will include a 3-5 video recording of your performance, alongside a 3-5 minute walkthrough video of your DAW session. The walkthrough should describe your technical set-up and workflow for the performance, and can instead be submitted as a visual portfolio or written commentary when negotiated with the module leader. |
| Class Test | 50 | 1~3 | Exam Period | HOURS= 60 mins | This assessment will take the form of an in-class exam where you will identify different recordings of studio effects and processes by listening to audio excerpts. You will also demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of music technology, relevant industry-standard equipment, and recording techniques by answering questions in a Moodle quiz format. This assessment combines relevant elements from two previous Moodle assessments, streamlining and updating the assessment process to improve your learning experience. Reasonable adjustments have been embedded into the assessment process, including the provision of additional time where required, to support accessibility and individual learning needs. |
| Component 1 subtotal: | 50 | | |
| Component 2 subtotal: | 50 | | | | |
| Module subtotal: | 100 | | | | |