Unit purpose
This Unit is designed to equip candidates with the tools to examine and recognise the characteristic features of human culture generally leading to an in-depth study of a culture of their choice. This Unit is suitable for candidates who wish to develop a range of skills (research, analysis, evaluation and presentation), which can be applied in other areas of study. This Unit is intended for candidates who wish to broaden their understanding of the role of music in various cultures and will also be of value to those wishing to progress to Higher Education.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
1 Describe the key features that characterise culture and cultural development.
2 Examine selected cultures and describe how the key features typify these cultures.
3 Investigate the character and development of a specific cultural group.