PAATV1001 VOICE AND THE ACTOR 1
This core discipline introduces the interrelationship between body and voice through the study of breath, vocal anatomy, voice and speech technique and body mapping. It consists of a series of studio based practical exercises designed to liberate the student actor from the restrictive habits and tensions that prevent freedom of expression. Students will begin to develop the capacity to draw on a wide vocal range to ensure a rich, flexible and expressive voice, through the investigation of use of self and use of text. Students will learn how to work from a place of neutral awareness, to develop accurate psychophysical responsiveness in time and space, to release unhelpful physical and vocal habits as well as develop an authentic body/voice connection, a critical understanding of language and text, and an integration of acting into song.
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).
2025 contribution amount* $1,164
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $997
Grandfathered contribution amount - 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 Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways 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.