Effective Speaking unit (FPB352)

Hobart

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

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Winter	13/6/2027	21/6/2027	23/6/2027	3/7/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. 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

2027 fee information will be available in August.

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
Assessment	Self-assessment (20%)|Presentation 1 (40%)|Presentation 2 (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

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

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