MUSC1055 Electronic Music: Methods and Means (University of Western Australia): rated 4.5/5 overall across 4 reviews collected on UWA Wall.
MUSC1055 is a University of Western Australia course taught by the Music in Creative Arts. This page brings together its handbook details and what UWA students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 电子音乐：方法与手段
Type: Undergraduate unit
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Creative Arts
Faculty: Music
Level: Undergraduate Level 1
Handbook year: 2026
This unit introduces the fundamental concepts and techniques of sound design, composition and production toward the formation of new electronic music. Lectures provide historical context, and a framework for analysis and criticism, examining the practice of the discipline from its origins through to the present day.
MUSC1055 has 4 scored reviews: overall 4.5/5 · usefulness 4.5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 2 StudentVIP reviews (average 4.5 stars); 2 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.5/5).
On Reddit: "I did that unit too. If music is fine with you I’d suggest MUSC1055. It’s an electronic music unit and is at the top of my list for most enjoyed units. The projects are easy. The final exam is multi choice. If you’re interested in music at all I highly recommend this unit."
On Reddit: "Hey, I'd suggest you check out the UWA student guild "Best Units Guide" [here](https://www.uwastudentguild.com/student-representation/best-units-guide). It's updated yearly according to feedback given by students, and I've found it pretty useful. Otherwise you can check out the …"
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Q: Is MUSC1055 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 4 reviews: usefulness 4.5/5, overall 4.5/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches MUSC1055, and when is it offered?
A: MUSC1055 is taught by the Music. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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