Drama and English Literature degree course - BA (Hons)

Program Overview

The Drama and English Literature BA (Hons) program combines practical drama experience with a deep understanding of English literature. Students develop performance skills, enhance their literary knowledge, and foster creativity, critical thinking, and communication abilities, preparing them for careers in the arts, education, and beyond.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Drama and English Literature BA (Hons)

Overview:

This program combines the study of English literature with practical experience in drama performance. Students will develop their skills as performers, directors, and teachers while gaining a deep understanding of literary texts and genres.

Objectives:

• Develop students' performance skills in various theatrical contexts.
• Enhance students' understanding of English literature through historical, theoretical, and critical perspectives.
• Foster students' creativity, critical thinking, and communication abilities.
• Prepare students for careers in the arts, education, and other fields.

Program Description:

The program includes a balance of practical drama workshops, literary analysis courses, and theoretical modules. Students will engage in public performances, community theater projects, and individual research projects. The curriculum covers topics such as:

• Performance techniques
• Literary history and theory
• Drama production
• English literature from various periods and genres
• Creative writing

Outline:

Year 1:

• Introduction to Drama and Performance
• History of English Literature
• Ensemble Performance
• Key Skills

Year 2:

• Major Production
• Community Theater Performance
• Reading Beyond Britain
• The European Novel
• Making Performance

Year 3:

• Major Project in Drama or English
• Festival of Performance
• Optional modules (e.g., Contemporary Fiction, Site Specific and Immersive Theatre)

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a combination of:

• Essays and reports
• Oral presentations
• Studio and public performances
• Major project involving practice-based research techniques

Teaching:

The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are active in the fields of drama and English literature. Teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Workshops
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Practical performance exercises

Careers:

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in:

• Theater and performance
• Teaching
• Arts administration
• Journalism
• Publishing
• Education
• Research

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£15,900 You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.