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Clear Speech and Communication (THTR10019)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Amy Hume: amy.hume@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Amy Hume: amy.hume@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
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This subject concentrates on developing clear speech, fluency, and overall communication skills for students where English is an additional language.
Students will work with voice and speech coaches to explore the pronunciation of vowels and consonants of English, with application of the International Phonetic Alphabet, to improve articulation and build confidence in spoken English.
Students complete weekly online learning modules at their own pace and interact with their tutor in weekly face-to-face tutorials.
The online learning modules are comprised of video lectures, practical exercises and weekly discussion boards. A series of oral tasks will advance students’ use of intonation, stress and rhythm, and enable students to speak English confidently in conversation or formal communication.
The subject enhances verbal communication skills in English in readiness for academic, social and professional environments.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- apply theoretical principles of efficient voice and speech practice to different types of oral communication;
- communicate effectively by applying alignment, breath, vocal dynamics and articulation in voice and speech;
- identify and distinguish between different speech sounds using the International Phonetic Alphabet;
- evaluate and reflect on practical application of theoretical elements of voice and speech.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- communicate effectively, in oral, written and digital forms;
- communicate constructively in different social situations;
- show interest in and respect for others;
- manage competing demands on time, including self-directed project work;
- integrate personal reflection into the creative process.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
IELTS score as required for University of Melbourne entrance.
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: 11 April 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
1-minute Introduction video
| Early in the teaching period | 5% |
Three Online Quizzes (5% each)
| Throughout the teaching period | 15% |
2-minute video recording of prepared reading
| First half of the teaching period | 20% |
4-minute Final Oral Presentation on chosen topic
| End of the teaching period | 30% |
Written Reflection
| During the assessment period | 30% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled tutorials. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Amy Hume Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising one 2-hour self-paced online learning module and one 1-hour on campus tutorial per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Amy Hume: amy.hume@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2
Coordinator Amy Hume Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising one 2-hour self-paced online learning module and one 1-hour on campus tutorial per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Amy Hume: amy.hume@unimelb.edu.au
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- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
This subject has been designed and developed for online delivery and assessment only.
- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Science
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Students must meet the subject entry requirements in order to be considered for a CAP enrolment in this subject. Approval to be sought from the course coordinator.
- 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: 11 April 2024