Module Details

Module Code: MUSC7040
Title: MT Practice Development 1
Long Title: Musical Theatre Practice Development 1
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is a personalised study of practice and skill development through an individually proposed and approved programme, focused on a bespoke guided exploration of a specific aspect of Musical Theatre performance and/or practice.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify a suitable aspect of Musical Theatre practice for exploration and design a plan for its achievement.
LO2 Set objectives and employ efficient practice routines/study methods to improve the required technical competence.
LO3 Manage time and prioritise tasks through critical self-evaluation of progress against project objectives, using appropriate recording technologies
LO4 Draw on and develop specific qualities and skills required for the chosen area of performance.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
The Developing Performer
A self-assessment of the learner and her/his abilities through observation of practice/performances captured through appropriate recording technology
Specific Performance Area
The awareness of current practice in the chosen area with recommended reading and viewing lists
Practice and planning
Goal setting and time management of preparation and practice
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Initial progress evaluation
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Final progress evaluation
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
Assessment Description
Diary of activities and outcomes supported with appropriate audio/visual recordings to demonstrate achievement
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Skills instruction Every Week 0.75 0.75
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual practice, preparation, research and reflection Every Week 6.25 6.25
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.75
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Appropriate reference/source material e.g. Books, Journals, Papers, Links etc. will be provided by lecturer and/or the student will be directed towards appropriate discipline-specific resource platforms.
  • Glen Seven Allen. (2019), The Singer Acts, The Actor Sings, 1st. Methuen Drama, [ISBN: 978135004307].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Mille Taylor, Dominic Symonds. (2014), Studying Musical Theatre: Theory and Practice, 1st. Bloomsbury Publishing, [ISBN: 978113727094].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 7 Elective
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 5 Elective