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Contextual Studies 2 (DRAM10034)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 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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Overview
Availability | Semester 2 |
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject builds on the core analytical skills and historical knowledge learned in Contextual Studies 1 by introducing core theories in theatre studies. Theory provides a systematic set of principles or terminologies, forming critical frameworks within which artistic practices may be formally discussed, interrogated, disseminated and developed. The key aim is for students to develop a qualitative self-reflective position through an understanding of the relationship of theory and practice. Students will form a greater contextualisation and articulation of the values and beliefs that drive or underpin their emerging artistic practice.
This subject is co-delivered to Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre) students.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- compare and debate a range of theatre theories and their applications, relevance and complementarity of theory and history;
- construct and apply appropriate theoretical frameworks in a critical analysis of a performance or method of training;
- apply theories of theatre training to critical self-reflection;
- explore and demonstrate how 'thinking' and 'doing' are intertwined activities in training and may form the basis of research;
- apply appropriate academic literacy skills through the use of observation, interpretation, analysis and critical reflection, in both written and oral formats.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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DRAM10032 | Contextual Studies 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
DRAM10033 | Performance Preparation 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
18.75 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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DRAM20023 | Contextual Studies 2 Theory in Action | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Academic literacy - using research materials
| Week 6 | 10% |
Group Presentation equivalent to 1600 words
| Week 11 | 40% |
An essay demonstrating analytical skills (using theory) to critically reflect on historical and personal artistic development
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled classes and submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Sarah Austin Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 36 hours Total time commitment 204 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022
Additional delivery details
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered to Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre) students.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
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: 31 January 2024