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Hobart
This unit is only available via the University Connections Program (UCP) (formerly known as the UTAS/University College Program).
Please contact the UConnect support team with enquiries or find out more about credit for UCP units and other information at University Connections Program.
When completed, this full UTAS unit will attract TCE points and contribute to ATAR.
Students are expected to attend master classes and take the opportunity to hear and see visiting artists specific to their field of study (i.e. classical or contemporary).
Student who complete FCP120 but do not meet the standard required for a pass result or higher, will be withdrawn from the course without academic penalty - a failure (NN) result is not recorded on the academic transcript.
Introduction
This unit is the second of two University Connections Program music units for year 11/12 students aimed at providing an intensive course of study in performance or composition designed to build skills to allow a successful audition into the Bachelor of Music Degree.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Practical Study (Performance/Composition) |
| Unit code | UCP011 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | Arts and Society UTAS Conservatorium of Music |
| Discipline | Music |
| Coordinator | Miss Karen Smithies |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Foundation or Enabling |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Hobart | Full Year Period |
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On-campus- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Full Year Period | 22/2/2026 | 15/6/2026 | 31/10/2026 | 31/10/2026 |
* 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).
Learning Outcomes
- Use foundational technical skills, musicality and stylistic expression in performance or folio
- Execute instrumental or vocal technique in your music practice
- Describe the historical, musical or social context, repertoire or practices relevant to your own creative practice.
- Communicate reflections on your achievements in written and oral modes to develop your creative practice
- Apply preparation skills including practice regimes, scheduling, communication, rehearsal attendance and logistics to perform a program of music
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 |
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| 100101 | $2,384.00 | $2,041.00 | not applicable | $5,944.00 |
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Skills workshops, 120 minutes, 3 times Online learning and teaching content (self-directed study), 60 minutes, weekly Classes delivered by the school/college Associate Teacher. Assessments conducted by UTAS Lecturers, Tutors and Associate Teachers, 30 minutes per student, twice |
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| Assessment | Research Assignment (15%)|Written or video reflections (15%)|Mid-year Recital/Presentation (20%)|Performance: End of year Recital; Composition strand: End of year Presentation (50%) |
| 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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