Music Internship

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

170 Hours

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

This subject integrates academic learning and the development of employability skills through a program of seminars and professional work experience. Issues such as workplace cultures and expectations will be explored, with an emphasis on the importance of personal initiative, in conjunction with a supervised work placement program with an approved music business/organisation.

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

• reflect upon, articulate and communicate personal objectives and competencies related to establishing a career in music
• establish career-related connections with individuals and organisations beyond the university
• develop evidence of an ability to become an integral member of a professional work environment, applying knowledge and skills acquired during academic studies to the requirements of the workplace
• identify and appraise key internal and external factors relevant to an organisation that influence the accomplishment of its mission and principal goals
• critically evaluate their work placement experience and related development of skills and knowledge

• Report providing details of the selected work placement, including reasons, means of approach and personal aims (1500 words) - Week 3 (25%)
• 10-minute in-class presentation (equivalent to 1500 words) - During Semester (25%)
• Detailed report of work placement, including a critical reflective appraisal of the placement organisation, duties performed, and learning outcomes (2,000 words) - Week 12 (50%)

Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory supervisor’s evaluation

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of this subject students should possess:

• self-management abilities, initiative, communication and problem-solving skills
• a capacity to apply existing skills and knowledge to unfamiliar environments and tasks
• an understanding of the process through which experiential learning occurs
• an analytical ability in evaluating stated objectives against outcomes