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Effective Speaking unit (FPB352)

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Location: Launceston

Introduction

This unit addresses the communication needs of students, current and intending professionals required to speak in presentation contexts. Participants will experience specific vocal and physical skills in the presentation of dynamic and highly focused material and tasks. Various delivery techniques and strategies enable participants to reach an identified or intended audience with impact and purpose. How to address performance anxiety and transfer these skills to professional contexts is part of the study profile of this unit. The skills-based and experiential learning approach supports and provides the confidence necessary to present in front of an audience to facilitate professional development.

Summary

Unit name Effective Speaking
Unit code FPB352
Credit points 12.5
College/School Arts and Society
Creative and Performing Arts
Discipline Theatre
Coordinator Doctor Jane Woollard
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Advanced

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Launceston Summer This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Summer 1/1/2026 12/1/2026 23/1/2026 14/2/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Embody vocal and physical techniques to present effectively
  • Structure presentation content to engage an audience
  • Reflect on your traits and habits as a presenter and identify areas for improvement
  • Critically analyse content, structure and delivery within the context of oral presentation

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
100103 $1,192.00 $1,020.00 not applicable $2,972.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

FPB252

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Intensive – alternate years:

Winter semester HOBART

Summer Semester LAUNCESTON

Face to face and self-directed learning online, 10am-4pm ,3 days days per week, 15 hours per week, , total 30 hours

 

Monday 5 January, Wednesday 7 January,  Friday 9 January 10AM - 4PM

and

Monday 12 January, Wednesday 14 January, Friday 16 January 10AM - 4PM

 

 

AssessmentSelf-assessment (20%)|Presentation 1 (40%)|Presentation 2 (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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