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Dance Technique Extension 5 (DNCE30022)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 6.25On Campus (Southbank)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
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Overview
Availability | Semester 2 (Early-Start) |
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Dance Technique Extension 5 is designed to complement Dance Technique 6 through additional classes, which provide diverse approaches to training and exposure to industry professionals. Students take three dance technique extension classes each week, which serve to broaden the individuals’ experience. Students choose between two classes in Contemporary Dance technique and one in Ballet OR two classes in Ballet and one in Contemporary Dance technique. Classes continue to focus on developing technical expertise and artistry.
Intended learning outcomes
This subject will enable the student to:
- extend on the understanding of Contemporary and Ballet technique and the objectives of technical training in these genres gained in Dance Technique 5 and 6;
- master alignment principles, technical accuracy and energy efficiency in the execution of complex movement phrases in contemporary and ballet technique;
- further apply physical and kinaesthetic knowledge of technical exercises;
- increase their ability to organise and direct the body in space and time;
- direct the body's centre of mass around and away from its axis in complex movement patterns;
- develop further muscular strength, tone and flexibility;
- utilise visualisation techniques to enhance movement form;
- further develop a strong work ethic to a professional standard.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- demonstrate a strong understanding of alignment principles, technical accuracy and energy efficiency in the execution of complex movement phrases in contemporary and ballet technique;
- demonstrate a level of physical and kinaesthetic understanding of technical exercises commensurate to that of a dancer ready for professional engagement;
- demonstrate an increased ability to organise and direct the body in time and space;
- demonstrate the ability to work off centre and to generate and control momentum through all activities involving weight transference;
- articulate movement utilising increased control, strength and flexibility;
- demonstrate the capacity to respond and apply feedback, take risks within safe dance practice and be focused in application of the technique commensurate to that of a dancer ready for professional engagement.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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DNCE30011 | Dance Technique 5 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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DNCE30025 | Dance Technique 6 | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
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
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Progress Assessment in Dance Technique 5 provides indicative mark, relevant to Dance Technique Extension. Students attend a mid semester interview with 2 staff to review progress across all subjects, including Dance Technique Extension 5. Formal written feedback from Progress Assessment is discussed | Mid semester | N/A |
Coursework – active, physical and ongoing engagement in practical classes (including regular individual feedback) against assessment criteria: attendance 10%, skills development 20%, technical proficiency 50% and work ethic 20% | End of semester | 100% |
Hurdle requirement: 80% Attendance Hurdle must be met to pass the subject. 100% weekly punctual and full attendance is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Coordinator Sandra Parker Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 2 X 1.5 hours Contemporary Class 1 X 1.5 hours Ballet OR 1 X 1.5 hours Contemporary Class 2 X 1.5 hours Ballet 4.5 hours per week Total time commitment 60 hours Teaching period 27 July 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 7 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
60 hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
Last updated: 3 November 2022