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Minor Research Thesis (THTR40004)
HonoursPoints: 25Not available in 2017
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Each student will nominate an area of enquiry pertaining to their chosen field of study. In consultation with their supervisor and through a number of research methods classes, the student will develop a research question or hypothesis, conduct a literature review in relation to this question and then research and submit a paper interrogating this hypothesis.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to
- exhibit a specialist area of knowledge in the performing arts industries, at a high level
- exhbiti a capacity to design, conduct and present original research
- communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to
- exhibit strong theoretical and practical knowledge of the performing arts industries, including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to these industries
- demonstrate capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation
- demonstrate advanced skills in respect of critical analysis, problem solving, report writing, team work and oral and written communication
- work at various levels, both as an individual and as a team member, in a wide variety of environments
- contribute at a high level as collaborators and leaders
- demonstrate an open, independent and inquiring attitude towards contemporary cultural developments and new ideas
- understand and appreciate how the performing arts connect with the broader society and contribute to its social and economic development
- understand their relationship with and responsibility to their cultural environment and society.
Last updated: 3 November 2022