Honours in Drama & Theatre Studies
The Honours program in Drama and Theatre gives students the opportunity to pursue higher-level investigations of theatre and performance. Alongside an exciting and challenging program of coursework units, students undertake group and/or individual research projects in areas including dramatic theory, devised performance, design, theatre history and writing for performance. Throughout the program, students advance their knowledge of performance theory and culture whilst extending their skills in research, analysis and communication.
Careers and Graduate Pathways
Graduates of Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies enhance their understanding of the nature of theatrical culture and performance practice as well as developing advanced skills in research, analysis, and written and oral communication. Students develop transferable skills that equip them for a wide range of professional fields, including careers in:
- Theatre
- Public relations
- Arts marketing
- Journalism
- Writing
- Teaching
Successful graduates of Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies are also able to undertake higher-degree study in practice, research and coursework Masters and Doctoral programs.
Postgraduate Studies in Drama & Theatre
Enrolling in Drama & Theatre Honours
- Arts Future Student (Entrance Requirements)
- ECPS Honours Admissions (Application Procedure)
- Research Strengths (Staff profiles to help you choose a supervisor)
- Past Thesis topics
Scholarships and Awards
For information on scholarships available to Communications Honours students see ECPS Scholarships and Prizes. All applicants for Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies are considered for the Centre for Drama & Theatre Studies scholarship. Contact the Centre for further information.
Program
The Drama & Theatre Studies Honours coordinator is Dr Fiona Gregory. Further information regarding what is generally required of Honours students can be referred to on the ECPS Honours webpage.
Course Structure
For information on how to build your Honours in Drama & Theatre Studies, see the Arts Areas of Study – Honours section. Units available:
- DTS4500 - Research dissertation
- DTS4600 - Thesis
- DTS4800 - Creative Project
- DTH4000/DTS4000 - Dramatic criticism, theory and methods
- DTS4002 - Creating the New: Theatre and its experiments
- DTH4003 - Performance investigation
To check the availability of units, and to their view current handbook entries, please enter the relevant unit code and press submit.
Thesis/Project Options
Students choose ONE of the following options for the thesis/project component:
Thesis (100%)
Over two semesters, students taking this option research and write a 15,000-18,000 word thesis on a selected topic with the guidance and support of a supervisor. No other creative project is required or attached to this outcome. This unit is designed to provide a sustained introduction to the processes and methodologies of scholarly research for students whose academic interests make the development of those skills essential. For further information see the handbook entry for DTS4500 Research Dissertation
Thesis/Project
This option consists of two parts, each taken under the guidance of a supervisor: the development and presentation of a creative project in one semester, and the writing of a 9,000 word thesis on a related topic in the second semester. This combination permits students with expertise in both practical and academic production to strengthen and display their knowledge. For further information see the handbook entry for DTS4600 Thesis/Investigative Project
Graduate Ensemble
This option enables students to engage in intensive practical work as part of a performance collective. Students joining the Graduate Ensemble produce several performance pieces under the guidance of industry professionals. Students taking this option have the opportunity to specialise in areas including design, production, dramaturgy, stage management, direction or performance. All students also submit a written assessment of their process and achievement over the year (3,000-word essay).
For further information see the handbook entry for DTS4800 Creative Project. Please note: entry to the Graduate Ensemble is by audition/interview/portfolio.
Facilities
Students enrolled in the Honours program have full access to the facilities of the Centre for Drama and Theatre, including:
- Fully-equipped 200-seat mainstage theatre
- 65-seat black box performance space
- Dance studio
- Technical workshop and dressing rooms
- Teaching spaces for rehearsal and group work
Graduate Ensemble students also have access to the resources of the Monash University Academy of Performing Arts.
Related Faculty/University Pages
- Honours (Entry Requirements, Course Structures, How to Apply etc.)
- Scholarships and Prizes - honours
- Monash University Handbooks