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Contextual Studies 2 Theory in Action (DRAM20023)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Online
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Overview
Availability | Semester 1 - Online |
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is only available to pre-2021 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre) students.
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.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- 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
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 - Online
Coordinator Sarah Austin Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 36 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 1 March 2021 to 30 May 2021 Last self-enrol date 12 March 2021 Census date 31 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 7 May 2021 Assessment period ends 25 June 2021
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 (Acting) Course Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
Last updated: 3 November 2022