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Optimal Performance Under Pressure (MUSI90223)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
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This subject focuses on the factors that facilitate optimal performance of individuals in orchestral auditions and stressful performance situations. Underpinned by theoretical frameworks, research findings and using real-world examples, this subject will engage students in practical strategies commonly used to achieve optimal performance.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- understand and develop the mental and emotional capabilities necessary for consistent skill execution and positive performance experiences
- identify, prevent and manage health risks resulting from playing an instrument for extended time periods
- develop the confidence necessary to perform under pressure in audition, recording, and performance settings
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Written: 500 words. Due Week 4. 10%
- Written: 1000 words. Due Weeks 2-12. 25%
- Group Presentation: 20 minutes. Due Week 11. 15%
- Written: 2000 words. Due Week 12. 50%
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours Total time commitment 144 hours Teaching period 23 July 2018 to 21 October 2018 Last self-enrol date 3 August 2018 Census date 31 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 September 2018 Assessment period ends 16 November 2018
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022