2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
PECI1114 Studying Theatre and Performance
20 creditsClass Size: 75
Module manager: Dr Dani Abulhawa
Email: d.abulhawa@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2023/24
Module replaces
PECI1713This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
In this introduction to the foundational skills in research, scholarship and performance practice required to study in PCI, you will develop your own self-leadership as a learner and practitioner in Theatre and Performance through gaining greater insight on your strengths, understanding more about the aspects of Theatre and Performance that excite and inspire you, and developing strategies for the challenging and complex aspects of learning in this subject area. Lectures, seminars and workshops are designed to prepare you for practical work in our theatre spaces, including health and safety procedures, use of lighting/audio-visual equipment, introduce you to core digital literacy skills, and ways of collaborative working. You will also develop foundational skills in personal responsibility and self-knowledge, sourcing and critiquing materials, ethical working practices, presentation skills, critical thinking and writing.Objectives
This module will:- introduce the key study, research, digital and management skills that form the foundation of the BA Theatre & Performance and BA Theatre & Performance with Enterprise programmes;
- enable students to make effective use of Library and electronic research resources, identify appropriate materials for different types of research and study tasks, and evaluate their usefulness;
- allow a smooth transition between prior learning experiences and University-level study by developing a clear understanding of the nature and scope of independent learning and research-led teaching, as well as how to make best use of available learning opportunities;
- prepare students for practical work in the School’s theatre spaces by developing production management skills, including health and safety procedures, risk assessments, access to and use of equipment;
- enable students to explore, consider, and discuss digital learning at the University of Leeds, and to build a foundation of digital literacy and awareness that will help them succeed with their studies and enhance their graduate prospect;
- introduce students to strategies of online scholarship, research and collaboration, and to prepare students for using online resources within and beyond the University to enhance their blended learning experience;
- introduce students to notions of personal reflection, giving and receiving feedback, and applying criticality to these reflections across their level 1 modules;
- enable students to communicate ideas clearly and incisively, using a variety of oral, visual, digital and written skills.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module students will be able to:
1. understand the opportunities and challenges of studying Theatre & Performance at University level with its focus on professionalism, independent learning and research-led teaching.
2. critically reflect on their motivations, strengths and challenges as learners throughout semester 1.
3. make effective use of a range of research resources eg digital learning tools, online library search tools, external web resources, online catalogues, electronic resources.
4. evaluate health and safety implications of working in a professional theatre environment, and complete appropriate risk assessments.
5. access appropriate specialist equipment and associated technical support in the School’s theatre spaces through the appropriate channels.
6. demonstrate enhanced awareness of issues of intellectual property, academic integrity and online behaviour especially as they influence scholarly progress and identity.
Skills outcomes
On this module you will have the opportunity to develop:
- Listening and Communication skills;
- Personal leadership skills relating to professionalism, independent learning, planning and organisation;
- Time management skills;
- Research skills including the use of digital and online resources;
- Production management skills;
- Health and safety procedures and safe working practices;
- Risk assessments;
- Skills in the use of specialist equipment.
Syllabus
Each week, students will examine a topic such as; using the Library for research, approaching assessment, collaboration, managing the transition to a University learning environment, accessing and using specialist theatre equipment and spaces, health and safety procedures and risk assessments, etc. Opportunities for hands-on experience of these will be provided through practical sessions.
Within these core practical topics, lectures and their accompanying seminar sessions will include opportunities for students to understand, discuss and reflect on:
- different learning approaches and how they can best support themselves in their learning journey
- recognising the importance of alignment and personal responsibility to tasks throughout their degree
- Empathy, understanding and communication in managing collaborative relationships
- giving and receiving feedback
- Understanding their own motivations, strengths and challenges for learning in Theatre and Performance
Students will also engage with a range of online learning tasks focused on introducing blended learning and digital platforms at Leeds, including using online library and archive resources for research, online technology in projects, and academic integrity.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| On-line Learning | 20 | 0.50 | 10.00 |
| Supervision | 1 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| Practicals | 2 | 2.00 | 4.00 |
| Lecture | 8 | 1.00 | 8.00 |
| Seminar | 8 | 1.00 | 8.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 10.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 159.50 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30.50 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Each student will be expected to make contributions to discussion in seminars, undertake online tutorials, complete quizzes and individual/group writing activities. Overview, feedback and guidance will be provided by tutors, who will also act as points of contact to ensure the quality and appropriateness of online participation and exchange. Students are allocated to seminar groups in this module with their Academic Personal Tutor as their seminar leader. This offers the advantage of gaining a close relationship with their APT early on in their studies, and allows an ongoing process of formative feedback from their APT on students’ engagement with and understanding of university processes and requirements. For example:- Formative feedback given in seminars in response to all 5 online digital tasks.
- Draft assignment for final submission will be reviewed and formative feedback given before submission for assessment.
- Continual reinforcement of tutor discussions with students in seminars as formative feedback.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Portfolio | Written Portfolio: 1500-2000 words | 50.00 |
| Online Assessment | Digital Literacy, Research Skills, Academic Integrity test, Collaborative Skills & Risk assessment | 50.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
The online assessment includes five separate tasks (outlined in the assessment strategy section). Alternative assessment is set according to individual circumstances and approved via Exams Tutor and Pro Dean SE
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 26/04/2023
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