2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

MUS1161 Studio Recording

20 creditsClass Size: 80

Module manager: Ewan Stefani
Email: e.j.stefani@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module introduces you to the theory and practice of studio recording. You’ll develop an awareness of the work of a range of practitioners, enabling you to contextualise your own practice and gain a deeper understanding of the ways in which sound recording may be undertaken, and the impacts of the decisions taken during the process.

Objectives

The module aims to provide you with an introduction to practical studio work situated within relevant theoretical contexts. Practical classes will focus on the range of skills and techniques needed to undertake studio recording, with the practical work contextualised through lectures that support your developing understanding of how and why these practices exist and are observed.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the module you will be able to:

1. Make connections between the theory and practice of sound recording

2. Identify and apply appropriate methodologies to the study of sound recording and studio recording practice

3. Demonstrate a consistent level of creativity and technical proficiency in studio recording practice

Skills Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module you will be able to:

4. Independently locate, validate and reference scholarly work relevant to the discipline;

5. Reflect on your own learning, achievement, and personal development;

6. Collaborate reliably and constructively with peers.

Syllabus

Lectures will introduce important theoretical principles that are necessary to understand when undertaking studio recording, in addition to topics that are relevant to the history and development of sound recording practice. Studio-based practicals will introduce techniques, focusing on the use of studio hardware and software. This will include topics such as: microphones and audio signals; mono, stereo, multi-mic and instrument recording techniques; equalisation and dynamics processing; and audio mixing and editing.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lecture	8	1.00	8.00
Practical	8	1.50	12.00
Seminar	2	1.00	2.00
Independent online learning hours			22.00
Private study hours			156.00
Total Contact hours			22.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Student progress will be monitored via two seminars during the semester, in which examples of interim work will be discussed and feedback will be offered. Students will be encouraged in these seminars to relate their development of practical work to the theory and contextual themes raised in lectures.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Portfolio	A portfolio of studio recording practical work with accompanying documentation	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

The portfolio may include different forms of documentation of learning, including: blog posts, pre-recorded audiovisual presentations, or a written commentary. Students will be permitted to choose a format for the documentation of practice and of their learning that suits their individual learning style. Templates and other forms of guidance will be provided in each case online to help students use each form of documentation appropriately to successfully meet the learning outcomes and skills outcomes for the module.

Reading list

There is no reading list for this module

Last updated: 26/01/2024

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