Course description
Top Up Drama at Newman offers you opportunities to:
- take part in a major production, performed at a professional venue such as the REP Theatre, Midlands Arts Centre or The Crescent Theatre
- develop your understanding and expertise in the field of Applied Drama in Educational, Healthcare & Wellbeing contexts and environments.
- work on either a practical or written dissertation in which you can explore whatever excites and intrigues you most!
Training Course Content
In Semester 1 you will choose whether to do a practical or a written dissertation, and begin work on it, guided by your individual supervisor. You will also take two modules covering different aspects of Applied Drama.
In Semester 2 you will complete your dissertation project and take part in a Final Major Production, rehearsed at Newman and then performed at a local theatre venue.
Course delivery details
- Drama at Newman offers students the opportunity to learn in a way which dissolves the traditional distinctions between ‘theory’ and ‘practice’. Students work on their feet, actively exploring and applying a range of dramatic ideas and approaches , then pausing at key moments to reflect upon what (and how) they are learning.
- All students have opportunities to take part in productions
- Students can learn about and participate in a range of Applied drama approaches.
- Students can choose between a traditional written dissertation and a practical dissertation.
- Students receive specialist training from professionals with particular expertise.
- Students can develop their critical thinking skills and deepen their knowledge and understanding of Drama as an art form exploring what it is to be human.
- Our performance facilities ensure students devise, rehearse and perform in an appropriate environment.
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Birmingham Newman University
Founded in 1968, Birmingham Newman University is a community-focused institution based in Bartley Green, Birmingham. It has built strong partnerships with many local businesses, charities and schools, making it an ideal choice for students wishing to gain practical experience during...