Course Catalogue

Research Methods THEATRE5043

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Culture and Creative Arts
  • Credits: 20
  • Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 1
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

An exploration of key research methodologies relevant to the critical and practical study of performance and leading to the scoping of a research project.

Timetable

10 x 2hr Seminar sessions over 10 weeks as scheduled on MyCampus

Requirements of Entry

Standard entry to Masters at College level.

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

Assessment 1 - Presentation (5-6 minutes) - 40%

Assessment 2 - Scoping Document (2000 words) - 60%

Course Aims

This course aims to:

■ Introduce students to the fundamentals of postgraduate research including research context and methodology

■ introduce a variety of interdisciplinary methodologies for the study of performance; alert students to the most recent critical interventions in performance practice, dramaturgy and critical theory

■ explore contemporary methods of practice as research.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Discuss key methodologies that shape contemporary theatre and performance studies.

■ Consider the place of research in professional creative practice.

■ Synthesise relevant methodologies drawn from a range of disciplines.

■ Analyse a range of theoretical texts, both historical and contemporary in provenance.

■ Identify relevant methodologies for their area of research interest.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions