Theatre and drama
Why study Theatre and drama?
If you are an undergraduate student with a strong academic record, Honours in Theatre and Drama gives you the opportunity to pursue a year long program of study (two years part-time) which combines coursework and research in a specialised area of knowledge. You can also elect to undertake a combined Honours year and gain expertise in two areas of study for a broad-ranging qualification. Complete the Honours program with a high overall grade to qualify for entry into the Masters by Research program, or, in cases of high achievement, direct entry into the PhD program.
Career opportunities
Theatre companies and venues, drama teaching and other education, acting and production including film and television, creative arts activity and organisation, youth and social welfare, event management and government careers.
Course information
Local students
Structure
Coursework
Two semester length Honours coursework subjects.
A thesis (12 000 words)
The writing of a thesis, carried out under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis is designed to test your potential to conduct individual academic research, and conceive and carry out a research plan, to analyse and interpret data, to construct arguments, and produce a substantial piece of work.
OR
Performance with dissertation (8 000 words)
A performance as research project (a studio performance) with supplementary theoretical written component (a minor thesis) including a visual record on video (and possibly photographs), the recording of which is the student's responsibility.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry to honours following completion of the degree, you should have completed at least 130 credit points of Theatre and Drama subjects with an average mark of 70% or better.
How to apply
If you are interested in undertaking an honours year in Theatre and Drama, you should:
- Discuss ideas for a thesis topic with your lecturers and tutors
- Secure the agreement of a supervisor
- Apply in writing for admission by the first Monday in November in the year prior to starting Honours. Your letter should include:
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- Write a 200-300 word abstract of your thesis research topic (this is not binding)
- Statement of results
- Subjects you intend to study at Honours level
- If you wish to complete the course part-time or full-time
Contact the Faculty Office for an application form or further information.
International students
Structure
Coursework
Two semester length Honours coursework subjects.
A thesis (12 000 words)
The writing of a thesis, carried out under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis is designed to test your potential to conduct individual academic research, and conceive and carry out a research plan, to analyse and interpret data, to construct arguments, and produce a substantial piece of work.
OR
Performance with dissertation (8 000 words)
A performance as research project (a studio performance) with supplementary theoretical written component (a minor thesis) including a visual record on video (and possibly photographs), the recording of which is the student's responsibility.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry to honours following completion of the degree, you should have completed at least 130 credit points of Theatre and Drama subjects with an average mark of 70% or better.
How to apply
If you are interested in undertaking an honours year in Theatre and Drama, you should:
- Discuss ideas for a thesis topic with your lecturers and tutors
- Secure the agreement of a supervisor
- Apply in writing for admission by the first Monday in November in the year prior to starting Honours. Your letter should include:
-
- Write a 200-300 word abstract of your thesis research topic (this is not binding)
- Statement of results
- Subjects you intend to study at Honours level
- If you wish to complete the course part-time or full-time
Contact the Faculty Office for an application form or further information.
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