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Qualification and Programme Title
B.A. Drama and Theatre Arts with Year Abroad Full-time
Programme Code
9866
Delivery Location
Campus
Language of Study
English
Length of Programme
4 Year(s)
Accreditations
This programme has no outside accreditations
Aims of the Programme
The programme provides a specialism in various areas of Drama and Theatre Arts, and aims to give students the opportunity to learn about different aspects of drama and theatre; theatre history, performance theory, dramatic analysis, technical roles, actor training. The programme operates through a number of different teaching methods; small group teaching, production work, practical seminars, large group lectures.
For semester/year abroad only:
Study abroad will provide students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the society and culture of a foreign country while gaining experience of a different academic environment and way of teaching. The year abroad also provides an opportunity for students to improve their existing language proficiency (where applicable) as well as enhancing their organisation and communication skills and their employability through a proven ability to succeed in a foreign setting.
For Year in Civic Leadership only:
The Year in Civic Leadership allows students to put into practice the theoretical knowledge and skills developed during their academic studies, and to critically reflect on this activity, by devising a civic engagement project in collaboration with local community actors. The modules deepen student’s appreciation of civic engagement, encouraging them to think about how they can enrich the communities they live and work in.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of:
Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods:
and assessed using the following methods:
A working understanding of the ways in which pratical and theoretical work in drama and theatre arts necessarily inform one another
A knowledge of drama in all its aspects.
A working knowledge of the language of theatre practice
An understanding and appreciation of the theatrical output of different periods and places and an understanding of various critical approaches to theatre
A basic working knowledge of theatre crafts (sound, lighting, stage management, costume)
A range of transferable skills which will enable them to work effectively both individually and in groups
Demonstrate the ability to study relevant topics at an international institution and appreciate the difference between study in the UK and overseas. (Year/Semester abroad only)
The value of civic engagement, and an appreciation of how they can make change and enrich the communities in which they live. (Year in Civic Leadership only)
Lectures, small group teaching, practical and theoretical workshops, performance projects (student and staff led)), virtual learning environments.
Written assessments, oral assessments (essays, oral presentations), practical performance assessments.
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes:
Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods:
and assessed using the following methods:
The ability to produce written assignments informed by research
The ability to complete staff and student led projects (both practically and theoretically informed) both on an individual and a group basis
The ability to understand the complexities of dramatic texts and theatre histories from the perspective of both a scholar and a performer
Transferable skills relevant to employment, including problem-solving, self-reliance, initiative, adaptability, flexibility, resilience, self-motivation, and competences such as note-taking, the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to use and manipulate digital resources and to present information and ideas effectively using ICT.
Ability to summarise, synthesise, analyse and evaluate others’ arguments, and to formulate their own logical and structured arguments, normally both orally and in writing, with appropriate supporting evidence
Cross-cultural awareness (ability to understand, communicate effectively and interact with people across cultures) (Year/Semester abroad only)
To develop a range of marketable skills including problem solving, communication, patience and perseverance, determination, self-motivation, analytical and study skills through direct interactions with society and institutions in another country. (Year/Semester abroad only)
The ability to apply theoretical knowledge and skills developed during academic studies to industry challenges. (Year in Civic Leadership only)
Lectures, small group teaching, practical and theoretical workshops, performance projects (student and staff led), virtual learning environments.
Written assessments, oral assessments (essays, oral presentations), practical performance assessments.
