10171NAT - Certificate IV in Aboriginal Performance

Edith Cowan University

About

This course prepares Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to enter the performing arts industry as a theatre, film and television actor.

On successful completion, students will have an integrated and well rounded performance skill set in acting, dance and singing.

Graduates will also have knowledge of indigenous culture in relation to contemporary performance and the skills required to audition for roles in theatre, film and television.

Structure

To achieve the qualification Certificate IV in Aboriginal Performance the learner must complete all fifteen core units.

Year 1 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title
CAPATS401 Develop knowledge of Indigenous writing and history for performance
CUAACT301 Develop basic acting techniques
CUADAN204 Perform basic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance technique
CUAVOS301 Use music and singing in performance

Year 1 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title
CUAPRF301 Create and tell stories

Year 1 - Term 2

Unit Code Unit Title
CAPACT401 Develop skills in acting for camera

Year 1 - Term 3

Unit Code Unit Title
CAPATS402 Memorise and perform Indigenous works
CUAACT401 Use a range of acting techniques in performance
CUADAN302 Increase depth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance technique
CUAPRF404 Refine movement skills for performance
CUAVOS302 Develop vocal techniques for use in performance

Year 1 - Term 4

Unit Code Unit Title
CAPACT402 Read and understand performance texts and scripts
CUAPRF304 Develop audition techniques
CUAPRF405 Rehearse technique for performance
CUAPRF406 Use technique in performance

Entry requirements

Admission requirement (Band 1)

  • Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.

English Language requirement (Band 1)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 10 English completion or equivalent.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to attend an interview. Alternatively applicants must produce another form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in performance; acting skills; or dance and movement skill, to a Certificate III level. Additionally applicants must normally be turning at least 17 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course.

Learning outcomes

  1. Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating some theoretical concepts.
  2. Have an understanding of the concepts, skills and knowledge required by a performer.
  3. Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management/performance requirements.
  4. Evaluate information, using it to review self or others performance.
  5. Apply known technical or creative skills to a range of situations.
  6. Understand and respond appropriately to terminology employed by the industry.
  7. Effectively demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by a performer in rehearsal, performance and studio work.
  8. Involved participation with some leadership and guidance when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature.

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