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MU30028E – INTRODUCTION TO
MOVEMENT
Level: 3
Credits: 20
The Head of Subject overseeing this module is Gavin Baker, and can be contacted at
gavin.baker@uwl.ac.uk
The Head of School responsible for this module is David Henson, and can be contacted at
david.henson@uwl.ac.uk
The External Examiner responsible for this module is Julie Spencer, Interim Head of Department
for Drama, St Mary’s University, Middlesex.
Always consider that your tutors are here to support you and are keen for you to succeed.
Remember also that they are busy people and don’t have limitless time; if you have an individual
problem, and you are unable to contact your module tutor then please seek advice from your year
tutor as to how to proceed with the matter of concern. If you are not aware of how to contact your
year tutor or who they may be then seek this information from your group representative.
The module will focus on ensuring that students experience and gain an understanding of physical
communication in performance, this will be developed in a range of classes that engage in dance,
physical theatre and unarmed combat. Students will also learn how to identify and eliminate
muscular tension, poor alignment and ineffective body patterns to develop a free and energised
body. Other important concepts such as inner and outer resistance, use of personal space will be
introduced as they are fundamental to an actor’s technique.
The actor-singer will be provided with an excellent formal training of body awareness (relaxation,
release and postural alignment), perception and the ‘senses’ will then continue to support the
actor-singer throughout the entire course. The combination of self-awareness and taught
technique will provide the foundation upon which other skills across modules can be placed.
Students will be provided with a training that will include the importance and understanding of
placement, alignment, core stability and physical fitness.
The Module will conclude with an assessment concentrating on set pieces to explore both the
individual and the impact of this in ensemble strengthening all skills across all Modules.
It is important to note that all aspects of the Code of Practice must be observed in order to fulfill
the demands of this module. The process mark awarded will reflect a satisfactory level of
attendance in addition to professional behaviour within the taught sessions.
Your reflective practice will be demonstrated in your Working Reflective Journal, which will provide
you with a means of recording both personal appraisal and research. Feedback will give you the
opportunity to put your personal thoughts about your development as an actor into a more formal
dialogue with the Module leader. It is important to note that all aspects of the Code of Practice
must be observed in order to fulfill the demands of this module.
2. To develop a repertoire of interpretative skills, practices and techniques (physical and spatial),
and apply them effectively to engage with an audience
3. To recognize practical skills in terms of the use of safe and healthy methods of preparing to
work within the body and performance space
5. Demonstrate skills relating to the development and understanding of the reflective practitioner
Practical: 15 working
Practical 20 mins max 80% 40% w/c 7th April 2019
days after submission
The results will be submitted to the Course Leader within 15 working days of the practical
assessment having taken place. After this has taken place, feedback will be given and a mark
submitted to MyUWL.
1. To create, in small groups, a piece of work that explores a text (the theme will be given by the
tutor). The groups will be required to use the text, using voice as an underscore, music may also
be used if needed. The group needs to explore movement formats, group, duet, trio etc but there
MUST BE a solo moment for each member of the group within the work. The time limit will be set
by the tutor. Students MUST use all of the techniques taught throughout the module to complete
the assignment. (LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4)
• To ensure health and safety is met at all times within every aspect of the work.
• Achieve a good sense of flexibility in adapting plans according to changing circumstances and
co-operating creatively in varying groups towards a common artistic end.
Marking scheme:
For a detailed framework for the assignment of marks, with reference to classification, please
make reference to the relevant course handbook for your chosen degree.
Assessment: 2
• Write a reflection on the process and final performance submitted in response to assignment 1
(1,000 words). (LO1 LO3 LO5)
• To reflect upon the differences in physicality that have occurred from your first session to the
final session. (500 words). (LO1 LO3 LO5)
• A Working Reflective Journal will be kept recording the process of learning within this area
and this will in turn provide material for self-analysis in written commentaries, critical essays
and as a support to any discussions between student and tutor.
• Demonstrate critical skills relating to the development and understanding of the ‘reflective’
practitioner
For a detailed framework for the assignment of marks, with reference to classification, please
make reference to the relevant course handbook for your chosen degree.
For guidance on online submission of assignments, including how to submit and how to access online
feedback, please refer to the UWL Blackboard student-help pages at:
http://www.uwl.ac.uk/blackboardhelp
www.istd.org
www.onedanceuk.org
www.rad.org.uk
www.trinitylaban.ac.uk
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document will specify the elements of assessment that must be passed, those that must be taken,
and those that are optional. The relevant Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB)
You are reminded that the University applies penalties to students who commit an academic offence, in
which case the Academic Offences Regulations will be used to deal with any cases of academic
misconduct including examination offences, plagiarism and other means of cheating to obtain an
advantage.
If you have an issue or complaint about the module, you should speak to your Module Leader, Tutor or
Course Leader informally in the first instance. Your Course Representative can also raise your
concerns at Course Committees, which take place each semester. If you are unable to resolve it
informally, you should refer to the Complaints Procedure which is outlined in the Student Handbook
(https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/student-handbook) and consult the Students’ Union
about it. The University aims to ensure that issues are resolved informally as quickly as possible to
have minimum impact on your studies.