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Voice Theory 1 (THTR90011)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2022
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Overview
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This subject develops students’ foundational understanding of the anatomy and physiology involved in voice production and speech. Students will explore current theoretical approaches and industry best practice in the fields of vocal health, professional vocal maintenance, and common voice disorders in performance applications. With a focus on developing deep listening and speech transcription skills using the International Phonetic Alphabet, students will begin to identify idiosyncratic speech habits in themselves and others. The subject will be delivered through a mix of lectures and tutorials. In the first half of semester students will research current trends in theoretical discourse and best practice in the field before applying this knowledge to practical learning in phonetics and aural identification (including regional accent identification and idiosyncratic speech habits).
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Identify the anatomical structures and physiological processes involved in vocal production;
- Apply key components of the International Phonetic Alphabet to transcribe speech;
- Research and critically reflect on current theory in vocal health, professional vocal maintenance and common voice disorders.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All students enrolled in this subject must provide a valid Working With Children Check.
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: 10 November 2023
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Literature review with critical synthesis of the current theories of anatomy and physiology of vocal processes
| Week 6 | 50% |
In Class Test - Phonetics Transcription 60 minutes (1250 words equivalent)
| Week 9 | 25% |
Written Exam Describing differences between recorded vocal samples. 60 minutes (1250 words equivalent)
| During the examination period | 25% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all lectures and tutorials, and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
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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 Master of Theatre (Voice) - 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: 10 November 2023