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Understanding Masks (THTR30039)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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Winter Term
Overview
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What is a “mask”?
Students will endeavour to answer this question by exploring the history, cultural and performative function of mask in a wide variety of social contexts. This research will be supplemented with practical studio sessions in mask design and making, processes and materials. Students will then articulate this learning by designing and making a “mask” for a defined social or performative purpose.
Some materials will be provided as part of a materials levy ($50.00 per student) however students will also need to supply specific materials for the realisation of their individual designed mask in addition to this fee. Costs will vary depending on materials selected.
Intended learning outcomes
- research and critically analyse the social, cultural, religious or performative context and function of a mask;
- identify the effect a mask has on the perceived persona of the wearer;
- apply research into mask styles and performative theories to the design and realisation of an individual mask;
- articulate the process of developing and problem solving the design and realisation of a mask, from concept to completion, around the fundamental premise of "character";
- translate the designed mask into a completed functioning mask capable of expressing the desired character.
Generic skills
- Research and critically analyse the social & cultural uses of masks;
- develop a design in relation to a specific social context;
- prepare and communicate visual ideas.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
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: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Hurdle requirement: Minimum 80% attendance | Throughout the semester | N/A |
A small group presentation, 10 minutes, exploring a style of mask and its cultural context. Equivalent to:
| Week | 10% |
Written assignment exploring a style of mask and its cultural context. Equivalent to:
| Week | 10% |
10 minute Presentation of the completed mask including verbal description of the design process from concept to completion. Equivalent to:
| End of the teaching period | 30% |
Design Portfolio: A folio of research images, concept drawings, working drawings and related materials. Equivalent to:
| End of the assessment period | 50% |
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
- Winter Term
Coordinator Justin Green Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 60 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 1 July 2019 Pre teaching requirements During the pre-teaching period there may be some preparatory tasks, reading and/or a student questionnaire. Teaching period 8 July 2019 to 19 July 2019 Last self-enrol date 2 July 2019 Census date 12 July 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 19 July 2019 Assessment period ends 26 July 2019 Winter Term contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
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There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- 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: 11 April 2024