ATS2139 · Monash University
Song writing: How to write a popular song
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts
What it covers
This unit introduces you to the fundamental concepts of popular songwriting. The unit includes weekly lectures focusing on popular composition and creative writing. It also examines the context, methodology and history of song. Visiting artists from the profession teach into the unit and provide you with critical feedback.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Creative task | Exercise | 20% |
| Essay | Written | 30% |
| Composition | Artefact | 50% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On-campus |