Independent Project (Research) A

Subject 756-855 (2009)

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Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 6 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 24 hours ( 2 hours per week for 12 weeks)
Total Time Commitment: 120 hours
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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Subject Overview: This subject will provide students with the opportunity to devise an original research project in dance science, including a literature review and appropriate methodology. The goal is to complete this project in Independent Project (Research) B as a final paper for the diploma. The independent project can also be accomplished by completing a certification in a recognised system of body conditioning or somatic practice (see alternate outline Independent Project (Certification) A.)
Assessment:

One short written assignment due early in the semester (20%) and written assignment of 3500 words at the end of semester (60%);
Oral presentation of research project at the end of semester (20%).

Hurdle requirement 80% attendance.

Prescribed Texts: None
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Links to further information: http://www.vca.unimelb.edu.au/
Notes: Not offered in 2009

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