A 7000 Word Portfolio to be negotiated with the supervisor will consist of:-
Coursework (100%)

The exact nature and content being identified by the student, with appropriate staff help. It will probably take the form of analytical, preparatory, experimental and other practical work relating to theatre practice plus associated research that underpins the project.
[Learning Outcomes 1- 4]

The project detail should be decided by negotiation with the chosen tutor. The purpose of this Negotiated Study module is for you to explore a specific area, within your chosen specialism in theatre practice. Research must be undertaken into a specific subject area and work undertaken should be evidenced with testing, reflection and critical evaluation. The work you choose to undertake within this module should contribute to and compliment the development of your overall programme of study, as outlined in your Learning Contract.

Self-managed learning through direction with tutor. Learning may take place through a range of strategies including: face-to-face tutorials, short courses, podcasts, online discussion or attendance at/participation in relevant conferences.

You are expected to take advantage of public as well as expert debates in your field of research, track relevant and authoritative resources available and keep abreast of current developments through appropriate printed and online publications. You are also encouraged to identify and interview relevant experts and expected to stay abreast of latest practices within the field and attend professional industry events.

A useful general text on studying independently is:
Marshell, L & Rowland, F (2004) A Guide to Learning Independently (London: OUP).

Negotiated access to equipment and workshop facilities and technical support appropriate to the representational resources you employ.

Facilities and suitable accommodation for the presentation of work.

A mixed platform virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

1. DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED LEVEL RESEARCH AND CRITICALLY EVALUATE YOUR CHOSEN AREA, USING JOURNALS, TEXTS AND CONFERENCE PAPERS AND NEGOTIATE A PROGRAMME OF STUDY WITH A SUPERVISOR.
[Enquiry; Learning]

2. DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO SYSTEMATICALLY EVALUATE COMPLEX IDEAS AND IDENTIFY AND SYNTHESISE APPROPRIATE STRATEGIES TO TEST AND DEVELOP AN ORIGINAL PROJECT WITHIN A CHOSEN FIELD AND ARTICULATE THEM IN THE FORM OF A REPORT.
[Problem Solving]

3. DEMONSTRATE A SYSTEMATIC UNDERSTANDING OF KNOWLEDGE WHICH IS AT THE CUTTING EDGE OF A CHOSEN SUBJECT AREA WITHIN THEATRE PRACTICE.
[Knowledge & Understanding]

4. DEMONSTRATE CRITICAL REFLEXIVITY IN RELATION TO YOUR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES.
[Reflection]