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Course (2012)

Theatre and Drama (BA)

  • B1300 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEATRE AND DRAMA
Title Theatre and Drama (BA)
Study Level Bachelor
School School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Course Code B1300
Qualification Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre and Drama
Availability Murdoch campus (internal)
Some units only: Murdoch campus (external)
Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Description Theatre and Drama is an exciting major that offers excellent opportunities to develop practical and analytical skills in a broad range of theatre and performance styles. As well as being introduced to many different forms of historical, critical and creative practices, students will be offered the opportunity to develop skills in the areas of acting; design; lighting and sound; production and stage management; and publicity. Upon completion of the major, graduates will be skilled and confident in their ability to undertake critical and creative work in the area.
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.
Admission Requirements: Onshore course offerings As per normal admission requirements.

English competence.

Internet access is required for students studying externally; exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Special Requirements A Working with Children Check will be required for some practical components.
Recommended Double Majors English and Creative Writing (BA); Interactive Digital Design (BDMedia)
Recommended Minors Creative Writing; Literature
Excluded Minors Theatre and Drama Studies
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.
Further Information http://www.murdoch.edu.au/goto/AcadContactsSSH

Course Structure - 72 credit points

Part I - 24 credit points

Foundation Unit - 3 credit points

Select one Foundation Unit from the Foundation Units section in this Handbook.

Core Units - 9 credit points

SSH100 Ideas in Action -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal, S2-external
Rockingham: S1-internal

EGL106 Introduction to Drama -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

EGL114 Introduction to Creative Arts -- 3 pts
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 these points to meet the requirements of a second major or minor. Recommended double major(s): English and Creative Writing (BA); Interactive Digital Design (BDMedia).

Recommended:

EGL121 Introduction to Literature -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

EGL122 Creative Writing: Text and Practice I -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal, S2-external

EGL150 Writing for Professional Purposes -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

Part II - 48 credit points

Core Units - 12 credit points

Select from the following:

EGL226 Acting and Production I -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

EGL329 Acting and Production II -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

EGL213 Children's Theatre -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

EGL225 Performance and Creative Arts -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

Specified Electives - 12 credit points

Select from the following units or from Core Units not already completed:

EGL210 Writing for the Stage -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal, S2-external

EGL308 Shakespeare -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal, S2-external

EGL215 Design -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

EGL224 Literature in an Age of Terror -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

EGL202 Contemporary Theatre Practice -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

EDN352 Engaging Communities through Drama -- 4 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal (quota of 20 places)

General Electives - 24 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 these points to meet the requirements of a second major or minor. Recommended double major(s): English and Creative Writing (BA); Interactive Digital Design (BDMedia).