Principal Study 4.1

Subject 758-401 (2009)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009.

Credit Points: 25.00
Level: 4 (Undergraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 18 hours of lessons per semester plus 3 hours of self-directed study per day. At the discretion of the Head of Department, a number of Principal Study lessons per semester may be conducted as Principal Study Forums
Total Time Commitment: Not available
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.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Subject Overview:

  • Development of advanced solo performing skills and a study of effective programs of practice.

  • Repertoire research and selection and the preparation of major works or equivalent for public performance.

  • Special arrangements will be made for composers.

Assessment: Recital of 45 minutes duration (90%); program notes and Principal Study teacher's mark (10%).
Prescribed Texts: None
Recommended Texts:

Information Not Available

Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

Information Not Available

Related Course(s): Bachelor of Music Performance Honours (VCA)

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