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MASTER OF ARTS IN
MODERN
DRAMA AND PERFORMANCE
STUDIES
IMPORTANT
NOTE TO APPLICANTS: the HDip will now be running annually, not every
other year. We thus welcome applications for admission in September 2006. To
read more about this programme, please click Higher
Diploma in Modern Drama Studies. M.A. IN MODERN DRAMA AND PERFORMANCE STUDIES Course Description The MA in Drama and Performance Studies offers you the opportunity to analyse, explore, and reflect on modern and contemporary theatre and performance in theory and practice. Our philosophy of learning is based on the interconnections between theories of theatre, dance theatre and performance, and practice. Depending on your choice of modules, you may tailor your programme to develop theoretical and/or process fields. Our ethos is one of commitment, scholarly excellence and creative development of each student. Students explore: *Theoretical and performance aspects of theatre *Research, and analysis on contemporary practice in Irish and European performance *The Body in Performance *Practical Theatre Criticism *Specialist Strand in Directing for Theatre: Theory and Practice The Specialist Strand in Directing allows students with some experience in directing to explore theoretical and practice issues related to directing, to develop their own practice through process work and mentoring, and to learn practically from leading professional directors and other theatre practitioners. Your development as a director will grow out of critical reflection on, and development of your own work. You will have the opportunity to explore theatre-making in Irish and international contexts, and to formulate your thesis or research project as an extension of your focussed interests. The Drama Studies Centre is located on the UCD campus at Blackrock, and is close to the vital theatre scene in Dublin. Students are encouraged to utilise the resources of the city’s theatres, and its international festivals. The Centre has developed close links with the professional theatre and dance sectors, and leading professional practitioners regularly contribute to seminars and process sessions. Through our Theatre-Company-in-Association scheme students have the opportunity to observe and analyse rehearsal and production work, and to follow the developmental process through to performance. In 2005/06 our Company in Association is Storytellers Theatre Company. This is a one-year, full-time MA programme over two semesters. Teaching throughout the MA includes process, laboratory sessions, theatre visits, critical appraisals, and supervised research. All students are offered the opportunity to develop their research and analytical skills, and their presentation and teamwork skills. Modules (Core and Option) (provisional) *Issues and Perspectives in Drama and Performance *The Body in Performance *Gender and Identity in Performance *Practical Theatre Criticism *Political Theatre *Research Skills Module Directing Strand Modules: *Textual Analysis and Performance *Rehearsal Techniques and Reflective Evaluation *Key Practitioners in Directing *Directing Skills Module Assessment -Course essays, seminar presentations, project work, continuous assessment. -Minor thesis of approximately 15,000 words on a topic approved by the academic staff, to be submitted by late August. Admission Requirements Candidates may apply to register for the M.A. Degree if they have obtained one of the following: - B.A. Degree with at least Second Class Honours, Grade II, in a relevant subject and at least Second Class Honours, Grade II in the second subject; or - B.A. Degree with at least Second Class Honours, Grade I, in a relevant subject; or - Second Class Honours, Grade I, in a relevant post-graduate diploma; or - Second Class Honours, Grade I, in the relevant M.A. Qualifying Examination. We
also welcome applications from prospective candidates, including mature
students, who do not fulfil the normal academic requirements, but who
have particularly interesting professional expertise and experience. Eligibility for Specialist Strand: Directing for Theatre: Theory and Practice: Applicants who have a portfolio of professional experience in theatre, a proven interest in developing as directors, and evidence of ability to deal with theoretical issues, and assessment requirements.All applicants for the Specialist Strand: Directing for Theatre: Theory and Practice will be interviewed. Interviews will be held in May 2006.
- A seminar course from the MA programme - A selection of courses from the undergraduate programme - A dedicated tutorial course, focused on methodology and essay writing Diploma students may take part in other activities of the Centre, notably the programme of theatre visits. Assessment At least four essays of about 2,500 words each must be submitted during the year. Students must sit such examinations as individual courses require. The Diploma in Drama Studies is an Honours programme. Students who obtain an overall result of Second Class Honours, Grade 1, may be admitted to the MA programme. Admission Requirements Applicants will normally be required to hold a university degree. Applications are received in March/April for admission the following September. For further information and application forms, please contact: UCD Drama Studies Centre, Carysfort Avenue, Blackrock, Co Dublin, Ireland. Telephone: (+353 1) 716 8049. Fax: (+353 1) 716 8048. e-mail: drama.studies@ucd.ie RESEARCH DEGREES MLitt Degree The MLitt Degree is a research degree which is awarded on the result of an assessment of a major thesis (normally 40,000 to 60,000 words), showing evidence of original research. Candidates must work under the direction of the appropriate an appointed supervisor, and attend such courses as the supervisor may decide. The normal period of registration is two years. In some circumstances, candidates may be permitted to transfer registration to a PhD degree after a minimum of one year (two semesters). In the case of exceptionally good performance the degree may be awarded ‘With distinction’, equivalent to First Class Honours. PhD Degree Candidates must pursue research for a period of three years and follow such programmes of study as may be recommended. The PhD normally takes three to four years, and is an original contribution to knowledge in the subject. Its usual length is 80-100,000 words. Admission Requirements Admission to the MLitt and to the PhD Degrees is decided on the basis of the academic record of the candidate and the research proposal submitted in support of the application. Candidates must hold a BA Degree with a high honours result in a relevant subject and will normally have completed an MA Degree with distinction in a relevant area. Candidates must submit a research proposal for approval by the Board of Studies of the Drama Centre and, in the case of admission to a PhD, by the Academic Council of the University. In the first instance, candidates should write to the Drama Studies Subject Leader, indicating their academic background and their area of research interest:
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