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This unit 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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
This unit refines the skills the actor requires to develop and adapt vocal technique to the professional performance requirements of theatre, film, television and radio. The actor's voice develops stamina, consistency, flexibility and extended range performing in a public production program.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Studio based voice and singing classes, Group classes and individual tutorials, Different acoustic environments will be utilised; some classes will be in a theatre, Use of a specialised sound studio, Video recording for critical analysis and self reflection, Debriefing, feedback and class discussions, Self study with regard to physically consolidating studio work. Specialist lecturers in singing.
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for performance and/or practical based units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2 minute voice over sample; self-devised voice monologue; theatrical song with accompaniment; assessment of breath, alignment, vocal awareness |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit 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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
This unit focuses on integrating acquired vocal technique with professional audio recorded performance requirements. Students will learn about professional performance mediums that utilise the actor's voice and develop skills in voice over, radio, narration, audio books and Additional Dialogue Recording (ADR) for film and television.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Studio based voice and singing classes, Group classes and individual tutorials, Different acoustic environments will be utilised; some classes will be in a theatre, Use of a specialised sound studio, Video recording for critical analysis and self reflection, Debriefing, feedback and class discussions, Self study with regard to physically consolidating studio work. Specialist lecturers in singing.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2 minute voice over sample | 40% |
| Portfolio | Podcast recording - radio drama | 30% |
| Portfolio | Audio book chapter or narration | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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