The Empirical Musicology Group UNSW was formed in 2004 for the purpose of studying emotion and expression in music using continuous respond methods (2004-2008).
Music research at UNSW investigates music analytically, culturally, philosophically, psychologically, pedagogically, and through practice-based research. Our staff engage in diverse research projects and attract international recognition for their work.
Our research in English Literary Studies is ranked very highly, as demonstrated in our 2012 and 2015 Excellence for Research in Australia score of 5 out of 5.
The School of the Arts & Media has achieved excellent results in the latest ARC’s Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA 2018). We were rated 5, well above international standards, for research output in specialist studies in Creative Arts, Writing and Film Studies.
The School of the Arts & Media offers an exciting range of opportunities, from foot-in-the-door internships and reputation-building awards, to residencies designed to help graduates build a career once their studies have finished.
Supporting Refugee and Indigenous Writers and Performers
Live Crossings is an online open-access magazine of creative practice and live performance events supporting the work of refugee and Indigenous writers and performers.
Honours is an extra year of study, usually following immediately on from a Pass degree, that combines aspects of undergraduate study with aspects of postgraduate research.
This course provides you with an opportunity to gain industry experience by undertaking work-integrated learning on placement with a performing arts organisation.
In this section you’ll find useful student resources from the School of the Arts & Media including common forms, key contacts, information about academic advising and a range of support services that will help you get the most out of your university experience.
Engaging Students with Creative Approaches to Study & Research
The UNSW School of the Arts and Media consists of a rich and diverse group of interdisciplinary programs allowing students to engage in theoretical, practical, and creative
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How to perform dotted rhythms in 17th-18th century music has an extensive literature. Normally means a ratio of 3:1 (or 0.75:0.25) between the two notes.