This module is designed to allow Drama students to carry out an independent, written study on an agreed topic within Theatre Studies. Students will produce a 10,000 word dissertation on an area of particular interest to them. This may be the work of a specific playwright, or group of playwrights; a movement, mode or style of theatre; the work of a particular practitioner, theatre or theatre company; a theme within dramatic literature; or a period of theatre history.
Students will have regular meetings with a supervisor, to ensure that they make appropriate progress and to guide and steer the direction of their study.
Aims
• To enable students to follow a tailor-made programme of study, exploring a topic of particular interest to them
• To empower students to design, execute and deliver an independent research project
• To encourage the development of transferable research skills
• To prepare students for post-graduate study, should they wish
• To develop self-motivation, self-discipline and independence in their studies
• To demonstrate all of the above to potential future employers