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Dance Movement Therapy Methods 2 (CREA90011)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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Contact information
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Ella Dumaresq: ella.dumaresq@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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This subject develops students’ understanding of the human body and movement relevant to dance movement therapy, emphasising the qualitative and expressive, as well as functional and anatomical aspects of movement. Basic principles of anatomy, physiology and bio-mechanics that underpin safe DMT practice will be introduced.
Students will explore movement frameworks that underpin DMT practice with a primary focus on Laban Movement Analysis (LMA). Students will develop their skills in the use of LMA as a tool for observation and analysis of movement through experiential activities. Theories of developmental movement and influences of family, environment, culture and other systems on movement preferences will be critically examined.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- apply basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology and bio‐mechanics to inform safe therapeutic practice;
- utilise Laban Movement Analysis as a system for movement observation and analysis;
- consider theories of movement development to inform therapeutic practice;
- critically reflect on influences of family, environment, culture and other systems on therapeutic practice.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- communicate effectively, in oral, written and digital forms;
- articulate, integrate and adapt knowledge from different domains;
- integrate personal reflection into the creative process;
- demonstrate empathy and ability to overcome stereotypes and prejudices.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CREA90006 | Dance Movement Therapy Methods 1 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
CREA90004 | Creative Arts Therapies Practice 1 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (Dual-Delivery - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CREA90005 | Drama Therapy Methods 1 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
CREA90010 | Drama Therapy Methods 2 | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
CREA90015 | Drama Therapy Methods 3 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
CREA90020 | Drama Therapy Methods 4 | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Southbank) |
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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Self-reflective essay
| Early in the teaching period | 20% |
Facilitate a 10-minute small group activity exploring movement elements as identified in the Laban Movement Analysis system, submitted by video, and a 1000-word justification of movement elements applied
| Mid teaching period | 40% |
Case Study. Client assessment and case intervention using the Laban Movement Analysis system
| During the assessment period | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 80% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Coordinator Ella Dumaresq Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising one 2.5-hour fortnightly class and three 7-hour on-campus intensive days Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 15 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 26 July 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
Ella Dumaresq: ella.dumaresq@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Creative Arts Therapy Specialisation (formal) Dance Movement Therapy
Last updated: 31 January 2024