THS 2000 Introduction to History and Theory of Drama 2

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SYNOPSIS:

The study of the performance event, and of dramatic texts and theatre theories, provides insights into human experience and places these experiences in the context of society. This course provides students with an introductory overview of some of the major plays, theories and historical features of the modern era (specifically 20th century) in drama. Texts will be drawn from the European, Australian and Asian performance traditions. Continuing on from Introduction to the History and Theory of Drama 1, this course will develop students' ability to formulate and present academic arguments about drama.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will have achieved:

1. an understanding of the way in which drama functions within theatre and modern society;
2. a knowledge of specific dramatic and theoretical texts from the Western and non-western traditions of theatre in the modern age;
3. a satisfactory achievement in the application of the fundamental principles of scholarly method as they apply to the drama.
4. an introduction to critical awareness of dramatic texts.

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TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

THS 2000 Study Package, DEC, USQ

Other texts as recommended by lecturer.

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Students will be advised of the official examination date after the timetable has been finalised. Students must obtain at least a pass grade in the exam to pass the course overall.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate, via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   The exam for this course is a CLOSED EXAMINATION, and candidates are allowed to bring only writing and drawing instruments into the examination.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Any deferred or supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

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