307003 v.2 Performance Studies Double Degree Major
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This double degree major provides students with practical theatre training as well as strong critical understanding of theatre and performance. Students are trained in all areas of theatre practice including performance, directing, writing for theatre, stage management and theatre management. Students study a variety of plays and gain an understanding of the different theoretical and historical influences that affect theatre and performance. They are given many opportunities to audition for and participate in public productions.
Major/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply knowledge of the field of Performance Studies to creative practice, production, practice-led research and interpretation
2. critically analyse the elements of performance both in theory and practice to generate new knowledge and create original performance
3. conduct both theoretical and practice-led research that evaluates and synthesises diverse sources of information
4. articulate ideas, critically and practically, with an understanding of how voice, gesture, space and other staging techniques communicate meaning
5. operate appropriate theatre technology within creative productions
6. identify and initiate ways to develop their skills and experience in order to continue their learning and development; engage in critical and reflective practice
7. identify and apply international perspectives within the fields of performance and performance making
8. recognise the vital contribution of inter-cultural approaches to performance and performance making and demonstrate respect for cultural diversity
9. initiate individual and collaborative projects based on a sound knowledge of the principles of the Performance Studies field and best professional practice
Major Organisation Note
Electives must be selected from within the School of Communication and Cultural Studies.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 1536 | v.7 | Performance Studies 101 | 9.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311922 | v.2 | Academic and Professional Communications 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303483 | v.4 | Performance Studies 102 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311923 | v.1 | Making Meanings 103 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 311924 | v.1 | Narrating Selves 101 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 2592 | v.8 | Performing Genres 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3551 | v.9 | Technical Production for Performance 213 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 308856 | v.3 | The Performer's Voice 211 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 2593 | v.10 | Acting Systems 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3551 | v.9 | Technical Production for Performance 213 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 9349 | v.9 | The Performer’s Body 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 308857 | v.3 | Devising Performance 311 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 308858 | v.3 | Professional Performance Practice 314 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 3549 | v.8 * | International Theatre and Performance 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 3550 | v.8 * | Performing Australia 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
* Two 393 units may be substituted with a 394 or 395 unit, to the value of two full units
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