Optimal Performance Under Pressure (MUSI90223)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject focuses on the factors that facilitate optimal performance of individuals in orchestral auditions and stressful performance situations.
Underpinned by theoretical frameworks, research findings and using real-world examples, this subject will engage students in practical strategies commonly used to achieve optimal performance.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- describe the mental and emotional strategies necessary for consistent skill execution and positive performance experiences;
- apply strategies to optimise ability to perform in a variety of contexts such as auditions, recordings and concert settings;
- critically evaluate the effectiveness of psychological strategies for own performance.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- communicate effectively in oral and written language, and in musical performance;
- promote and maintain the wellbeing of self and others;
- integrate personal reflection into the creative process.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSI90244 | Musician's Health | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
Self-assessment of psychological performance skills
| Mid teaching period | 10% |
Self-reflective performance journal
| Throughout the teaching period | 20% |
15-minute presentation including a short performance element
| End of the teaching period | 20% |
Literature review and self-reflection
| During the assessment period | 50% |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Margaret Osborne Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 24 hours, comprising one 2-hour seminar per week Total time commitment 144 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 10 November 2023