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Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) (B-FAACTING)
Bachelors DegreeYear: 2018 Delivered: On Campus (Southbank)
About this course
Coordinator
Tony Smith
Contact
Tony Smith tonys@unimelb.edu.au
First Year Coordinator: Leith McPherson mcpherson.l@unimelb.edu.au
Second Year Coordinator: Sapidah Kian sapidah.kian@unimelb.edu.au
Third Year Coordinator: Budi Miller budi.miller@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: https://ask.unimelb.edu.au
- Contact Stop 1
Future students:
- Further information: http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees
- Email: vcamcm-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
Award title | Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) |
---|---|
Year & campus | 2018 — Southbank |
CRICOS code | 094861K |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Undergraduate Coursework |
AQF level | 7 |
Credit points | 300 credit points |
Duration | 36 months full-time |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) provides a studio-based learning environment where students are encouraged to develop holistically as an actor. The program focuses on the rigorous preparation of actors working across all areas of the profession for stage and screen (including animation and gaming) offering units of requisite size and scale to accommodate the demands of intensive project based learning outcomes, exposing students to current infrastructural, cultural and methodological practices in the profession. It offers students opportunity to engage in National and International engagement projects, building on existing expertise and approaches to industry readiness for the autonomous, ensemble and company actor.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) enables graduates to enter the profession with effective clarity, preparedness and skills. The structure of the course allows intensive skills training and practice to take place alongside rehearsal processes and a wide variety of performance situations.
Collaborative practice is regarded as an important element of contemporary theatre and is therefore integral to our training. Our graduates work at all levels of the theatre, film and television industries, and are renowned for their capacity to work creatively and collaboratively, in both traditional and ground- breaking performance contexts. Students establish careers in professional theatre, community arts and education, film, television, radio, new media and education.
Entry requirements
- In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
EITHER
(a) the Victorian Certificate of Education including
- VCE Units 3 and 4 – either a study score of at least 25 in one of English, English Language; or
- Literature or a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language;
OR
(b) the International Baccalaureate Diploma including
- at least Grade 4 in English or English B (Standard Level or Higher Level);
OR
(c) a senior secondary program, foundation studies program or equivalent approved by the Academic Board including appropriate English language studies.
AND
- an audition, test, interview, workshop, portfolio or folio presentation, as prescribed by the Academic Board for the stream to which entry is sought.
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.
2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- prior academic performance, and
- performance in the audition, test, interview, workshop, portfolio or folio.
3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
4. For applicants who have not completed the Victorian Certificate of Education or the International Baccalaureate Diploma, the undergraduate English language requirements must be met.
Note. For applications through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre, “middle-band” selection adjustments are made only on the basis of eligibility for Access Melbourne.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.The University is dedicated to providing support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Student Equity and Disability Support website. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Intended learning outcomes
- Students will develop the cognitive skills necessary to critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise a body of knowledge central to the discourse and practice of Acting.
- Students will develop practical and technical skills necessary to demonstrate a broad understanding of the Acting profession with depth into areas of Voice and Body Training, Text Analysis and Contemporary Performance across stage and screen.
- Students will develop communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and sensibilities central to Acting and Performance
- Students will develop the creative skills necessary to exercise critical thinking and judgment in identifying and solving problems within the discipline of Acting with intellectual independence
Generic skills
Artistic excellence (students should):
- demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the national and international challenges for the professional artist/practitioner in the 21 Century
- have a strong sense of intellectual integrity and the ethics of artistic practices and scholarship
- have in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline(s)
- reach a high level of achievement in artistic practice, writing, generic research activities, problem- solving and communication
- be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
- be adept at learning in a range of ways, including through information and communication technologies
Knowledge across disciplines (students should):
- examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a range of disciplines
- expand their analytical and cognitive skills through learning experiences in diverse subjects
- have the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems
- have a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment
Leadership in community (students will):
- initiate and implement constructive change in their communities, including professions and workplaces
- have excellent interpersonal and decision-making skills, including an awareness of personal strengths and limitations
- mentor future generations of learners
- engage in meaningful public discourse, with a profound awareness of community needs
Cultural diversity (students will):
- value different cultures and their cultural forms of practice
- be well-informed citizens able to contribute to their communities wherever they choose to live and work
- have an understanding of the social and cultural diversity in our community
- respect indigenous knowledge, cultures and values
Global citizens (students will):
- understand their relationship with and responsibility to their cultural environment and society
- accept social and civic responsibilities
- be advocates for improving the sustainability of the environment
- have a broad global understanding, with a high regard for human rights, equity and ethics.
Course structure
Each semester of the course will need to be successfully completed prior to students commencing the subsequent semester. This will be managed through subject pre-requisites.
Year 1, Sem 1 (Co-delivered with BFA Theatre)
Three core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM10027 | Body and Voice 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
DRAM10028 | Acting and Performance 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
DRAM10029 | Contextual Studies 1 History Matters | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Year 1, Sem 2 (Co-delivered with BFA Theatre)
Two core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM10030 | Body and Voice 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
DRAM10031 | Acting and Performance 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
One Level 1 VCA Elective (12.5 points):
See elective list below
Year 2, Sem 1 (second subject co-delivered with BFA Theatre)
Two core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM20022 | Acting Lab 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
DRAM20023 | Contextual Studies 2 Theory in Action | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
One Level 2 VCA Elective (12.5 points):
See elective list below
Year 2, Sem 2 (second subject co-delivered with BFA Theatre)
Two core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM20024 | Acting Lab 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
37.5 |
DRAM20025 | Contextual Studies 3 Performing Practice | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Year 3, Sem 1 (second subject co-delivered with BFA Theatre)
Two core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM30021 | Acting Lab 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
37.5 |
DRAM30022 | Industry Practice 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Year 3, Sem 2
Two core subjects:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
DRAM30023 | Acting Lab 4 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
37.5 |
DRAM30024 | Industry Practice 2 Showcase | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Level 1 Electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
AIND10003 | Ancient and Contemporary Indigenous Arts |
Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
AIND10004 | Art and Indigenous Voice | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CCDP10001 | Games & Playfulness | Not available in 2018 | 12.5 |
CCDP10002 | The Electronic Arts: Vision and Sound |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
CCDP10003 | Video Games: Remaking Reality |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
DNCE10027 | Dancing the Dance 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FINA10035 | Still Life: Nature Morte | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
FINA10036 | Life Drawing: The Body | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
FLTV10010 | Making Movies 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FLTV10021 | Interactive Art Media 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FLTV10023 | Introduction to Screenwriting Practices |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
MUSI10179 | Making Music For Film And Animation 1 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI10184 | Pop Song Writing 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
MUSI10202 | Jazz: The Improvisatory Spirit | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MUSI10215 | Alexander Technique for Daily Function | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI10222 | The Wellbeing Orchestra | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
THTR10007 | The Actors Process | Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
THTR10019 | Clear Speech and Communication |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
UNIB10011 | The Secret Life of the Body 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
Level 2 Electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
AIND20011 | Indigenous Art and Changing the Nation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CCDP20001 | Street Art |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
DNCE20031 | Dancing the Dance 2 | Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
DNCE20032 | Body Works | Not available in 2018 | 12.5 |
FINA20026 | Painting Techniques |
Summer Term (On Campus - Southbank)
February (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FINA20033 | Introduction to Printmaking Processes |
Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FINA20035 | Drawing with Anatomy |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
January (On Campus - Parkville)
Winter Term (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
FINA20036 | Under Camera Animation |
Summer Term (On Campus - Southbank)
February (On Campus - Southbank)
Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FINA20044 | Art and the Botanical |
Winter Term (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
FINA20045 | Introduction to Screenprinting |
Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
FLTV20005 | Making Movies 2 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20163 | Samba Band |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
MUSI20164 | Free Play New Music Improvisation Ensem |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
MUSI20167 | Creating Music For Advertising | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20169 | Intimate Acts: Inside The 'Fourth Wall' | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20173 | The Art of Game Music | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20174 | The Laptop Recording Studio |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
MUSI20186 | Music Theatre: Singing Sondheim | Summer Term (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20187 | Music Theatre: Singing the Golden Age | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20190 | Advanced Recording Studio Techniques | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20192 | R&B, Soul & Gospel Choir |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
MUSI20194 | Alexander Technique for Performance | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUSI20206 | The Business of Music | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
THTR20022 | Improvisation: Text, Space and Action | Winter Term (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
THTR20023 | The Artist's Toolbox |
Summer Term (On Campus - Southbank)
July (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
THTR20042 | Puppets as Storytellers | Summer Term (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
THTR20043 | Design and the Moving Image | June (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
MUST20007 | Bollywood: a cross-disciplinary study |
July (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
|
12.5 |
Last updated: 18 December 2020