Major (2020)
Information on this page, including unit offerings, is from the 2020 academic year.
Theatre and Drama (BA) (Discontinued)
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| Title | Theatre and Drama (BA) |
| Course Code | B1316; B1316A |
| Study Level | Bachelor (Undergraduate) |
| Organisational Unit | Creative Media, Arts and Design |
| Academic Contacts | Academic Chair: Associate Professor Anne Surma | Email: A.Surma@murdoch.edu.au | Tel: 9360 2151 |
| Qualification | Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre and Drama |
| Duration | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Availability | Murdoch campus (internal) Some units only: Murdoch campus (external) |
| Description | Theatre and Drama introduces students to a range of important theatrical and dramatic texts. It also provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in reading and responding to this material both creatively and critically. Students will develop a thorough understanding of the role and function of dramatic work and performance in a range of different social and cultural contexts. They will also learn about the important theoretical and philosophical frameworks supporting these art forms, and will be guided in the development of skills in acting, writing and production. Upon completion of the major, graduates will be skilled and confident in their ability to undertake critical and creative work in the fields of theatre production and performance. In the Bachelor of Arts you will develop a broad understanding of your field and proficiency in producing written and oral arguments and creative artefacts in response to social, human and natural phenomena. You will also develop a critical appreciation of the perspectives of others. As an Arts graduate you will be able to think critically and creatively, apply knowledge and information, and communicate effectively. These are professional skills which are critical across a range of industries. You will also be able to pursue further study in the fields of social research, the humanities and/or the creative arts. |
| Admission Requirements: Onshore course offerings | As per normal undergraduate admission requirements. Equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Special Requirements | A Working with Children Check will be required for some practical components. |
| Major Learning Outcomes | KNOWLEDGE Students graduating with a Major in Theatre and Drama Studies will be able to: * Understand and critically evaluate theatrical and dramatic texts * Understand the scope and nature of performance in a range of cultural contexts * Engage, critically and creatively with contemporary theoretical and practice-led approaches to drama, theatre and performance. SKILLS Students graduating with a Major in Theatre and Drama Studies will have the skills to: * Develop a character or concept to performance level * Use relevant technologies and techniques to achieve a range of creative outcomes in the context of theatre production and performance * Critically evaluate the role and function of dramatic texts and performances. APPLICATION Students graduating with a Major in Theatre and Drama Studies will have the knowledge and skills to: * Interpret, communicate and present ideas in (or in relation to) a variety of performance modes to a range of audiences * Work collaboratively and independently in the context of theatre production and performance to respond to project demands * Reflect, critically, on the social, ethical and philosophical issues that apply in the practice of the discipline * Function, creatively, in a local or international (cross-cultural) context in response to project demands. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | KNOWLEDGE CLO1 - Graduates of the Murdoch University Bachelor of Arts demonstrate a broad and coherent understanding of a) The theoretical perspectives and methods of enquiry of a discipline b) The diversity of social, human and natural phenomena and the multiple perspectives (including inter-disciplinary perspectives) which can be brought to bear in social and creative enquiry c) Global perspectives including an awareness of and respect for the historical, social, biological, cultural, and economic interdependence of global life SKILLS CLO 2 - Graduates of the Murdoch University Bachelor of Arts are effective communicators who demonstrate a) proficiency in producing written arguments and/or creative artefacts consistent with the norms and standards of a discipline b) capacity for persuasive oral communication appropriate to a range of audiences CLO3 - Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts gather, synthesise and critically evaluate ideas and information from a range of sources demonstrating a) analytical, creative and conceptual thinking b) a variety of methods for research and practice appropriate to the discipline APPLICATION CLO 4 - Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts demonstrate confidence and competence in applying knowledge and skills to practice through a) a capacity for self-directed independent enquiry b) critical self-reflection c) creative problem solving d) a global perspective incorporating an appreciation of cultural and disciplinary differences CLO 5 - Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts have well developed interpersonal and collaborative skills including the demonstrated capacity to a) give and receive critical feedback b) work effectively within team environments c) respect the thoughts and opinions of others CLO 6 - Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts demonstrate ethical thinking and practice through social and creative enquiry which recognises diversity and the rights and perspectives of others |
| Employment Prospects | Graduates may choose to pursue a career as a producer/director, actor, stage manager or scriptwriter, find jobs in the television and film industry or decide to enter the teaching profession. Some potential employers may be theatre/drama companies and radio/television networks. |
| Main research areas | Performance praxis; writing for the stage; contemporary acting theories; performance art; installation works; dance; design; directing; lighting and sound design; dramaturgy; and production and stage management. |
| On-Campus Study Requirement | This course includes a number of compulsory on-campus components. For further information see individual unit descriptions or contact the School Office. |
| Internet Access Requirements | Murdoch units normally include an online component comprising materials, discussions, lecture recordings and assessment activities. All students, regardless of their location or mode of study, need to have access to and be able to use computing devices with browsing capability and a connection to the Internet via Broadband (Cable, ADSL or Mobile) or Wireless. The Internet connection should be readily available and allow large amounts of data to be streamed or downloaded (approximately 100MB per lecture recording). Students also need to be able to enter into online discussions and submit assignments online. |
Course Structure - 72 credit points
Transition Unit - 3 credit points
BAR100 Academic Learning Skills - 3 points
Not available this year
Breadth Unit for Degree - 3 credit points
BAR150 Ideas and Identity - 3 points
Not available this year
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL106 Drama, Theatre and Performance - 3 points
Murdoch: S2-internal
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL121 Turning Points in Literature - 3 points
Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external
General Electives - 12 credit points
Select from any 100-level units offered by the University, subject to individual unit prerequisites. Students are advised to consider using General Elective points to meet the requirements of a second major or minor. Any recommended double majors and minors will be included in the major's description.
University-Wide Breadth Units - 6 credit points Unit List
Select from the prescribed list of University-Wide Breadth Units. A unit cannot be used to satisfy both this Breadth Unit requirement and the requirements of a major or minor. If taken at 100 level the unit(s) will be attributed to Part I. Note that no more than 30 credit points at Part I may be credited towards course completion requirements.
Research Skills Unit - 3 credit points
The Research Skills unit to be taken will depend on the student's Primary Major enrolment. Select from the following.
For Primary Major in Social and Developmental Psychology
BSC201 Psychology: Measurement, Design and Analysis - 3 points
MURDOCH: S1-internal
BAR200 Developing Research Skills and Methods - 3 points
MURDOCH: S1-internal, S1-external, S2-internal, S2-external
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL236 Performance and Creative Arts - 3 points
Murdoch: S2-internal
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL239 Acting and Production - 3 points
Murdoch: S1-internal
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL240 Children's Theatre - 3 points
Murdoch: S1-internal
General Electives - 9 credit points
Select from any 200- to 400-level units offered by the University, subject to individual unit prerequisites. Students are advised to consider using General Elective points to meet the requirements of a second major or minor. Any recommended double majors and minors will be included in the major's description.
Research Skills Unit - 3 credit points
The Research Skills unit to be taken will depend on the student's Primary Major enrolment. Select from the following.
For Primary Major in Social and Developmental Psychology
BSC302 Advanced Quantitative Research Methods - 3 points
MURDOCH: S2-internal
BAR300 Advanced Research in the Arts - 3 points
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL349 Advanced Studies in Theatre and Performance - 3 points
Murdoch: S2-internal
Specified Electives - 6 credit points
Select from the Specified Elective Unit List below.
General Electives - 9 credit points
Select from any 200- to 400-level units offered by the University, subject to individual unit prerequisites. Students are advised to consider using General Elective points to meet the requirements of a second major or minor. Any recommended double majors and minors will be included in the major's description.
Select from the following:
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL348 Shakespeare - 3 points
Murdoch: S2-internal, S2-external
The following unit is no longer available - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EGL342 Comparative Theatre - 3 points
Murdoch: S1-inte
The following unit is no longer available at the Murdoch campus - contact the Academic Chair for advice:
EDN304 Engaging Communities through Drama - 3 points
NA 2019
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No course plans are available for this course in 2020.
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