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Music in Contemporary African Societies

The course reviews the relevance of various musical traditions in contemporary societies. The adaptation and transformation of traditional musical forms in new ways are examined and their role in the formation of regional, national and other collective identities explored. The course also critically engages with the impact of colonialism on contemporary African music cultures. 

Course Code: 
MUD 322
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Form and Structure in African Music

The course is designed to broaden students’ understanding of African music. It will engage them in the analysis of the forms and structures of African music. It will also enhance students’ skills in the collection and documentation of African indigenous music. The role of African music in its various socio-cultural contexts is examined. 

Course Code: 
MUD 321
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Advanced Performance Studies

The course is designed as continuation of MUD 223. Students are expected to continue with the acquisition of key roles within their ensembles. They will also be expected to perform elaborate pieces of music on their individual instruments, and they will continue to study traditional Ghanaian dance. 

Course Code: 
MUD 224
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Dance
Music

Introduction to Research in Music and Dance

In this course, students are introduced to the different fields of research in music and dance, including the sociology, anthropology, geography, psychology and neuroscience of music and dance. In addition to an introduction to core readings in these various areas of study, the course will also provide students a hands-on experience in the basic steps of conducting research in music and dance. 

Course Code: 
DAN 222
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Dance
Music

Elementary Harmony

The course is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills in the use of primary and secondary chords in major and minor modes, to harmonise simple melodies with modulations to related keys and to analyse basic harmonic structures. Students are given the opportunity to deepen and further improve their skills in the analysis of more complex musical structures. 

Course Code: 
MUD 222
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Intermediate Performance Studies

The course is designed as a continuation of MUD 114. At this level, students will be exposed to some of the key roles within musical ensembles. They are also expected to perform more elaborate pieces of music on their individual instruments. In addition to ensemble work and solo instrument, students will study a traditional Ghanaian dance. 

Course Code: 
MUD 223
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Dance
Music

Melody Writing

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills for reading and writing simple melodies in selected keys. It also exposes students to both African and non-African approaches to the setting of text to melodies. Students will thus expand their skills in the analysis of both Western and African music. 

Course Code: 
MUD 221
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Music, Dance and Society

This course addresses the multiple ways in which music and dance are social activities. It introduces students to a variety of perspectives in the study of music and dance as social phenomenon, drawing on case studies from both Africa and beyond. The functions and meanings of music and dance in everyday life and in the formation of social identities will be explored. In addition, the course will also introduce students to the physical and physiological foundations of sound and movement. 

Course Code: 
DAN 221
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Dance
Music

Performance Studies

Designed as a continuation of MUD 113, the course enables students to build up the performance skills they acquired in the first semester. The course comprises two components, ensemble work and solo instrument. Students will deepen their knowledge of the repertoire for their ensembles and instruments. 

Course Code: 
MUD 114
No. of Credits: 
1
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Dance
Music
Degree Type: 
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Guidance and Counseling
Programme Duration: 
2 years (Standard Entry)
About Programme: 

The MPhil programme is for a two-year period: the first year is for course work and second year for research and preparation of thesis and internship.During the research period each student will be expected to give a seminar(s). Also each student is required to complete a minimum of 600 supervised clock hours in doing their internship. Thesis must be submitted by date to be determined by the Department.

Goal / Objectives: 
  • To produce high calibre experts in Guidance and Counselling to lecture in tertiary institutions and contribute to the continuous and sustainable growth and development of the country.
  • To provide students with the skills of research and critical thinking in understanding human behaviour and in meeting emerging challenges in the Ghanaian society.
  • To impact students with appropriate expertise in the skills of counselling, developing and organising Guidance and Counselling programmes and centres for educational institutions.
  • To develop in students the ability to extend Guidance and Counselling services to community and agency settings (hospitals, prisons, the armed forces, etc.).
Career Opportunities: 

The wide range of courses offered at the postgraduate levels equip graduates in Guidance and Counselling with professional knowledge and skills in Counselling to pursue career in diverse fields as Education, Civil/Public service, Health Services etc,

Entry Requirements: 

A candidate seeking admission into MA/MPhil degree programme MUST:

  1. Have first degree with at least, second class lower division inany recognised institution in any of the following programmes: B.Ed. Social Science, B.Sc. Psychology and any B.Ed. programme.
  2. Have Non-researched master’s degree with CGPA of 2.5 or better (top-up to MPhil).
  3. iii. Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Colleges/Faculties/Schools/ Institutes/Departments. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and/or an interview.

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