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Bachelor of Arts (Dance) Honours

Effective from 01-JAN-2018 : Code G47

This course builds on the Bachelor of Arts (Dance) program. It enables outstanding students to learn and apply practical, theoretical and research skills in either or both creative (choreographic or other media) and scholarly areas of dance. The program involves learning in the theories of dance and related disciplines which underpin the basis of a research project. The program is offered in two modes: Individual research and Company research. In the Individual research mode, students will: master one or more theoretical approaches to analysing and creating original work in dance practice or scholarly practice; design and implement a research project; and present the results of the research in performance and/or other media and in minor thesis form. In the Company research mode intensive investigations into techniques and performance students will: expand movement knowledge through diverse choreographic processes; enhance performance skills through exposure to a variety of venues and performance environments; and attain a working knowledge of the logistics of performance and touring. Through the course, students gain an appreciation of the art of dance within a broader, interdisciplinary context of the arts and/or sciences, and will be able to articulate the significance of the original work they create.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply advanced library, database and information literacy, to locate and critically apply information relevant to the design, planning and execution of a research project. (11)
2. Apply advanced technology literacy, information literacy and numeracy proficiency in the analysis and evaluation of qualitative and/or quantitative research results. (11)
3. Apply initiative and judgement through the design, planning and execution a research project relevant to dance, demonstrating some independence in thought and practice. (7,10, e)
4. Communicate a persuasive explanation of the knowledge of dance including a discussion of research results to academic and non-academic audiences. (6,8, d)
5. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of research methods as they apply to dance. (1, a)
6. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively on a research project and apply responsibility and accountability for own learning and continued development. (9,12, e)
7. Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of dance. (1, a)
8. Demonstrate technical research skills through the design, planning, proposal and use of a research project to address theoretical and/or technical questions relevant to dance. (5)
9. Exercise critical thinking and judgement in the analysis and evaluation of dance research from diverse academic and professional contexts including, Australian and international contexts. (4,8,16, d)
10. Integrate advanced theoretical and research knowledge to evaluate complex problems in dance and provide innovative and sustainable solutions inclusive of cross culturally and globally relevant perspectives. (3,13,14,15,16, c, f)
11. Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise advanced knowledge in dance with intellectual independence. (2, b)

Admission requirements

• Students will only be admitted to Honours where the specified weighted average mark is achieved in preceding studies.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to attend an audition. This is inclusive of an interview component where students will be assessed to determine both their commitment and aptitude. Additionally applicants must have successfully completed the Bachelor of Arts (Dance) with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher, with equivalents considered.

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 1 Year

Course Delivery

• Mount Lawley: Full Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Luke HOPPER

Course Structure