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 module will allow students to work with professionals within the professional theatre, media environments 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.

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) ; (b) a local or regional media organisation e.g. local film company, regional broadcasting; (c) 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..

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.

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.

Students must undertake a placement commensurate with the degree undertaken. For example, BA (Hons) Acting and Theatre Arts students must not take a media placement. This is to be discussed with the Placement Supervisors and Module Leader.

1. WORK WELL WITH OTHERS AND TO VALUE THE REASONED VIEWS OF OTHERS.
[Creative Collaboration]

2. REFLECT CRITICALLY ON A WORK PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE IN A STRUCTURED PRESENTATION.
[Reflection]

3. APPLY SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE GAINED DURING THE PREVIOUS TWO YEARS AS A DRAMA UNDERGRADUATE. [Application]

4. GAIN AN AWARENESS OF THE PROBLEMS (FINANCIAL AND IN OTHER RESOURCE WAYS) AND THE PRACTICAL, ETHICAL AND TECHNICAL ISSUES INVOLVED IN WORKING WITH PEOPLE IN THE PERFORMING ARTS, MEDIA, EDUCATION OR RELATED SECTORS.
[Learning]