Theatre MA - 2023/4
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MA Theatre
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Theatre |
| PGCert | Theatre |
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 | |
| Distance Learning | PRC63026 | 180 credits and 90 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, Business and Social Sciences - Guildford School of Acting
Programme Leader
WAGNER Matthew (GSA)
Date of production/revision of spec
26/09/2024
Educational aims of the programme
- To enable geographically diverse cohorts of students to develop their academic skillset with minimal disruption to their ability to sustain family and/or career responsibilities
- To enable students to acquire a rigorous critical understanding of theatre
- To produce students who can contribute more creatively and intelligently to their chosen field as a result of a developed contextual, analytical and critical awareness with an ability to apply that awareness to a variety of texts and/or contexts
- To produce students who are able to comply with professional/academic standards of presentation relevant to their selected area of work
- To provide a significant contribution to the University of Surrey and GSA's strategy for innovative approaches to enabling and developing life-long learners
- To enable students to widen their career prospects and employment opportunities
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Knowledge and understanding of theories of acting and styles of theatrical performance | K | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Knowledge and understanding of key theories of performance, theatrical reception and critique | K | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Knowledge and understanding of key historical, political, social and ethical developments in theatre | K | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Knowledge and understanding of a broad range of influential theatrical texts and their contexts | K | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Analyse and evaluate key theories of performance, theatrical reception and critique | C | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Analyse and evaluate the impact of past traditions and contexts upon contemporary theatrical practices | C | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Analyse and evaluate key historical, political, social and ethical developments in theatre | C | PGDip, MA | |
| Analyse and evaluate a broad range of influential theatrical texts and their contexts | C | PGDip, MA | |
| Apply critical thought and understanding to key historical, political, social and ethical developments in theatre | P | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Apply theories of performance and critique to influential theatrical texts and their contexts | P | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Apply key theories of performance, theatrical reception and critique to own critique of theatrical productions | P | PGDip, MA | |
| Apply influences from past traditions and contexts upon contemporary theatrical practices and/or examination | P | PGDip, MA | |
| Demonstrate the ability to retrieve and process information and to communicate clearly in writing | T | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Evaluate the work of others with critical objectivity | T | PGCert, PGDip, MA | |
| Understand the need to take initiative and work independently to further own learning | T | PGDip, MA | |
| Apply high levels of personal discipline and time-management, analysing own working practices | T | PGDip, MA |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Distance Learning
This Master's Degree programme is studied part-time over two academic years, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. 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:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (distance-learning) - FHEQ Level 7
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDLM008 | THE GREEKS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| TDLM010 | THE BACKGROUND TO THEATRE | Core | 15 | Year-long |
| TDLM011 | SHAKESPEARE | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| TDLM016 | NATURALISM AND THE ACTOR | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 (distance-learning) - FHEQ Level 7
N/A
Year 2 (distance-learning) - FHEQ Level 7
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDLM003 | INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROJECT | Core | 60 | 2 |
| TDLM012 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | Core | 15 | Year-long |
| TDLM013 | MODERN THEATRE | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| TDLM014 | GLOBAL THEATRES | Compulsory | 15 | Year-long |
| TDLM015 | MUSIC AND DANCE IN THEATRE | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 (distance-learning) - FHEQ Level 7
N/A
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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