AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The MA (Performing Arts) programme offers various options to obtain a postgraduate qualification in the performing arts. A variety of options, related to performance, teaching, culture and research is offered and are dependent on the choice of the student after consultation with the Department. This programme is recommended and appropriate for all performing arts practitioners.

Programme Co-ordinator: Ms LDE Oliver-Sampson (tel. 206 3925)

ADMISSION Refer to 9. Regulations for Postgraduate Courses of Study in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook.

To qualify for admission to the MA (Performing Arts) programme, a candidate must normally be in possession of the any of the following qualifications with a final mark in the major(s) of that qualification which complies with the University’s regulations regarding admission to postgraduate studies:
- a recognised four-year Bachelor’s degree
- a recognised Honours degree
- a recognised postgraduate diploma
- a recognised qualification equivalent to the above

Students who wish to register for the MA (Performing Arts) programme should apply in writing to the Head of Department before 31 October of the year preceding intended registration.

The right of admission rests with the Department, Faculty and Senate. Students who are admitted to the MA (Performing Arts) programme may be required to do additional modules, before or together with the programme. Students will not be allowed to major in fields for which their previous qualifications do not qualify them.

DURATION OF STUDIES

The minimum period of registration for the MA (Performing Arts) programme is two (2) years full-time or part-time.

CURRICULUM

The MA (Performing Arts) programme consists of two parts. In the first year, students will complete an academic coursework module and examination. In the second year, students will write a research thesis.

PART 1: COURSEWORK (YEAR I)

PART 2: RESEARCH THESIS (YEAR II)

Candidates must complete a thesis on a topic selected in consultation with the Department, subject to the general regulations for Master’s degree studies at the University. Candidates will undertake advanced studies and research under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate. After consultation with the supervisor, the candidate must submit the thesis to Senate for approval. Such a thesis should constitute an application of the methods of research and some contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the performing arts. A candidate may be required to attend a module or modules approved by Senate relating to research methods. (Cf. 9. Regulations for Postgraduate Courses of Study in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook).