(a) A 15,000 word thesis on an approved topic to be submitted before the end of October of the preceding year and to count for 30% of total assessment;

(b) Two drama honours courses to be taken, one in each semester. Each course will count for 20% of the total assessment and will be assessed by essay work and seminar papers; and

(c) A fully mounted production lasting no more than 50 minutes, to be cast, designed and directed by each honours student or the complete design of a production including costumes and set designs with the construction of a set model. These productions will normally be mounted in the second semester and count for 30% of the total assessment.

(d) Each student will also submit a written analysis (3,000 words) of the production and take part in a viva voce examination on the production with the staff of Theatre Studies. Each production will have a budget.

Students are expected to consult with the Honours Convener in December 2007 about their thesis topic, and are required to seek approval for their topic and arrange supervision with a member of staff no later than early January, when work on their thesis should commence.

On satisfying the requirements of this program, students will have the knowledge and skills to carry out an in depth analysis and practical application through a focus on a specific research project and a full production of a written text.

3 hours per week seminar

1 hour per week consultation with supervisor

26 hours per week for research, writing and rehearsal.

See CASS website for Admission Requirements.

In addition, it is highly recommended that students have completed DRAM2006 and DRAM2010 as part of their Drama Major.

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