Theatre Production BA (Hons) - 2022/3
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 6
Final award and programme/pathway title
BA (Hons) Theatre Production
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| Ord | Theatre Production |
| DipHE | Theatre Production |
| CertHE | Theatre Production |
Professional recognition
Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre (CDMT)
Accredited by the Council for Dance Education and Training (CDET).
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | URC13018 | 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Dance, Drama and Performance
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - Guildford School of Acting
Programme Leader
FRANKLIN Jo (GSA)
Date of production/revision of spec
21/09/2023
Educational aims of the programme
- Train Theatre Production professionals, providing a dynamic and challenging programme of study supporting the development of reflective, collaborative practitioners.
- Develop intellectual and practical skills to promote self-reflection and a critical awareness of key theatrical, cultural and social contexts.
- Nurture independent practitioners with a sense of lifelong learning and a commitment to professional and personal development.
- Provide a training environment with close working links to industry professionals and institutions and a connection with new and emerging technologies, legislation and working practice.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Engage in a range of production disciplines demonstrating confidence in the procedures and methods at every stage of the process. | KP | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Apply skills and practices relevant to a chosen specialist pathway to a professional level | P | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Implement knowledge and skills in a secondary pathway(s) to an intermediate level | P | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Plan and execute personal workloads to a professional standard | P | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Understand the entertainment industry¿s genres and social context | K | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate a working knowledge of the entertainment industry¿s institutions, structures and systems | K | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Evaluate technical and managerial developments in the theatre industry | K | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Critically analyse their performance applying reflective practice in their personal development | K | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Independently research to support their subject knowledge and practical skills | C | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Analyse and evaluate problems to create solutions in a complex creative environ | CT | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to an industry standard | CT | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Implement team leadership and management skills | T | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Evaluate and apply self-promotion methods towards career development | T | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) | |
| Present as a self-motivated and professional practitioner | T | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BA (Hons) |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over three academic years, consisting of 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are 15, 30, 45 or 60 credits and are either semester based or year-long. GSA delivers its provision across three teaching blocks, within the University of Surrey’s existing semester structure.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO1027 | VIDEO FOR PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO1028 | CONSTRUCTION & SCENIC ARTS | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO1031 | SOUND FOR PERFORMANCE | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| PRO1032 | LIGHTING FOR PERFORMANCE | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| PRO1033 | STAGE MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO1034 | PRODUCTION DESIGN | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO1035 | PRODUCTION TEAM ROLES | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO2032 | FOUNDATION SHOW ROLES | Compulsory | 60 | Year-long |
| PRO2031 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO2033 | SPECIALIST PATHWAY DEVELOPMENT | Compulsory | 45 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO3021 | SPECIALIST PATHWAY DEVELOPMENT 2 | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| PRO3022 | FINAL SHOW ROLES | Compulsory | 60 | Year-long |
| PRO3023 | ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | Compulsory | 45 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
N/A
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | Y | Short term placement are available within some modules. |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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