COURSE CURRICULUM

The M.Phil. in Theatre and Performance offers a flexible and comprehensive curriculum made up of both core and elective modules, allowing students to tailor their studies according to their academic and creative interests. Through these modules, students engage with a wide range of topics that combine theoretical knowledge with practical exploration, helping them develop strong analytical, critical, and performance-related skills. The program encourages students to explore different approaches to theatre and performance, including historical, cultural, and contemporary perspectives, while also supporting hands-on creative work. Teaching methods typically include seminars, workshops, and project-based learning, fostering active participation and collaboration. A key component of the program is its emphasis on independent research and creative practice. In the final stage, students complete a substantial research project, which serves as the culmination of their studies. They have the option to submit either a traditional 15,000-word dissertation or a practice-as-research project that combines written analysis with creative or mixed-media work. This flexibility allows students to demonstrate their learning in a way that aligns with their career goals, whether academic or practice-based. Overall, the course content supports the development of both scholarly and creative skills, preparing students for diverse roles in theatre, performance, and related fields.