NCEA Level 1 Music
L1MUS Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Lea
Music is an enriching subject and leads to a lifelong enjoyment and appreciation of music. It has been discovered through research, that music develops mental and physical abilities and also develops cooperative and self - expression skills. The activity of working creatively and analytically develops the brain’s capacity to be flexible, to think laterally and to problem-solve.
This course leads to: NCEA Level 2 Music
Vocational Pathways: The study of Music equips students with transferable skills, valuable in many areas of employment and leads to a diverse range of career pathways:
- Performing and creating
- Research and analysis
- Problem solving
- Organisational skills
Recommended Prior Learning
You are able to play an approved instrument (voice, guitar, violin, trumpet, etc)
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91090 v3 Music 1.1 - Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist | 1 |
I |
6 |
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| A.S. 91091 v3 Music 1.2 - Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group | 1 |
I |
4 |
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| A.S. 91093 v3 Music 1.4 - Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription | 1 |
E |
4 |
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| A.S. 91095 v3 Music 1.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts | 1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.