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Contextual Studies 2 Theory in Action (DRAM20023)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On 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
Semester 1
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Overview
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The subject broadly introduces students to core theories in theatre studies. Theory provides a systematic set of principles or terminologies with which critical reflection or artistic practice may be formally argued, discussed and disseminated. The course will help students employ theoretical frameworks in interpreting and critiquing productions, performances and practices. In a sustained application of theory, students will also develop a qualitative self-reflective position, with opportunities to devise a short performance that demonstrates the complementary relationship of theory and practice. This unit is co-delivered to BFA Acting and BFA Theatre students.
Intended learning outcomes
- Develop a basic understanding of ancient and modern theatre theories and their discourses
- Employ theoretical frameworks in interpreting and critiquing productions and performance
- Construct and organise a logical and coherent argument, in written and oral disseminations, through sustained application of theory
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
DRAM10029 Contextual Studies 1 History Matters
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
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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Practical Assessment - Group Presentation (ILOs 1, 2 and 3)
| Week 7 | 50% |
Written Assessment – Essay (ILOs 1, 2 and 3)
| Week 12 | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Robert Walton Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022