Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

Choreographic Project involves the study of choreography through learning about the work of selected choreographers and through a supervised creative project in choreography. The components of choreographic work including dance style, use of space, time and human energy will be investigated in relation to contemporary ideas of dance. The student's choreographic project will be presented in a public performance.

Assessment

Performance project (equivalent 2250 words) implementing objectives for creative and practical work: 50%
Choreographic essay and analysis (2250 words) examining key conceptual issues and involving application of analytical procedures: 50%
Third-year students will be required to make greater use of dance theory in both their project work and their choreographic essay

Contact hours

3 hours (1 x 3 hour workshop) per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Drama and theatre studies

Prerequisites

Completion of second year Arts, in particular DTS2500/3500 in first semester; DTS1320 and DTS1420 in first year

Prohibitions

DTS2510