Module Descriptors
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
DRAM60150
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Paul Jones
Email: P.W.Jones@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ORAL APPRAISAL weighted at 30%
- PRESENTATION - INDIVIDUAL weighted at 70%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
A 30 minute Presentation [Learning Outcomes 1-4] 70%
This presentation will allow the student to research and present on a relevant topic of their own choosing, that has been informed or influenced by their placement. e.g. "The role of the stage management team in a regional repertory theatre" or " "Using drama as part of the primary school curriculum" or "Community outreach work in a commercial theatre setting". The student will be expected to critically reflect upon what they learned during their placement.
An Oral Appraisal [Learning Outcomes 1-4] 30%
The oral appraisal comprises of a15 minute interview with the module leader, followed by a consideration of the comments on the pro-forma filled out by the venue supervisor (The questions in the interview and the pro-forma formats are based on the module outcomes)
This presentation will allow the student to research and present on a relevant topic of their own choosing, that has been informed or influenced by their placement. e.g. "The role of the stage management team in a regional repertory theatre" or " "Using drama as part of the primary school curriculum" or "Community outreach work in a commercial theatre setting". The student will be expected to critically reflect upon what they learned during their placement.
An Oral Appraisal [Learning Outcomes 1-4] 30%
The oral appraisal comprises of a15 minute interview with the module leader, followed by a consideration of the comments on the pro-forma filled out by the venue supervisor (The questions in the interview and the pro-forma formats are based on the module outcomes)
Module Indicative Content
This module will allow students to work with professionals within the professional theatre, or in local schools. The placement is for 30 hours (approximately one half-day per week or equivalent by arrangement with the Placement Supervisor and/or the placement organisation) which will constitute the contact hours for the module. The particular work/research undertaken will be discussed and agreed between the Placement Supervisor, placement organisation and the student. This will ensure a programme of experience and training that maximises the benefits for all parties.
Module Learning Strategies
The student will engage closely with professional practices involved in either (a) one of the professional theatres in the Staffordshire region (e.g. New Vic, Regent Theatre) or (b) working closely with teachers in the formulation of teaching plans for Drama-related courses and in the practical application and use of these. The student will consider the issues and problems which arise in the particular profession and environment. A work experience report from the placement organisation will provide formative assessment for the module.
Module Resources
IT Software (e.g. word processing)
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Module Texts
None specific but undergraduate texts already used in Levels Four and Five Cores may be useful for context of the work the student is engaged in.