Music Theatre Theory 1 | Federation University

MTTHR1001 Music Theatre Theory 1

"This course provides students with a foundation of theoretical knowledge and skills from which to begin reading and interpreting music. Rhythm and pitch are covered with the goal of improving students¿ understanding of music and performance skills. Students will be expected to show their theoretical understanding through in-class tasks involving performance, analysis and composition. This course revolves around the development of keyboard and sight-singing skills as major learning activities that will enable students to develop independence in musical preparation. Students will be introduced to the analysis of the elements of music as they are used within music theatre repertoire. A disciplined practice regime will be established to support singing development and as a foundation for more advanced courses. "

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $795
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $664

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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