50253 Culture and Sound

8cp
Requisite(s): 50108 Contemporary Cultures OR 50229 Contemporary Cultures
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Disciplinary Strand – Cultural Studies – 300 level

The subject focuses on the meaning and significance of sound in different cultural contexts and historical settings. The aim is to study the emergence of sound as a specific object of theoretical analysis and to understand the impact of sound on human perception. Subject areas covered may include methodological approaches to sound; ethnography of sound; sound, voice, music, silence; sound in various media; and the politics and aesthetics of sonic practices.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $849.17
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,800.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.167

Access conditions

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