ROB7001 - Research Methodology in Drama and Theatre

(3 credits)

This course discusses appropriate methods of research in drama and theatre. Candidates will be exposed to various options of research methods to be applied in particular research. Candidates will study quantitative and qualitative methodologies as a group task or individually through data collection, data recording, observation as well as participation. Candidates will discuss the validity of various sources of information (oral, primary, secondary and other textual sources) as empirical data, which lead to building a scholarly framework as well as to uphold research ethics.  Candidates will be required to write samples reports, record data or form hypothesis using the chosen writing technique.

At the end of the course, students are able to :

  1. identify methods of research in drama and theatre
  2. apply appropriate research methods in drama and theatre research work
  3. design an accurate and effective research proposal in the field of drama and theatre
  4. produce a research proposal in the field of drama and theatre

ROB7002 - Dissertation

(30 credits)

The course is programmed to provide an opportunity for candidates to conduct systematic research and academic writing.  Prior to the registration of the course, the candidate will be assigned to one or two supervisors based on the proposed research field.  The candidate will undergo several processes before proceed with research and writing, namely: (1) Presentation of the research proposal and approved by the research committee; (2) Conducting the research under the guidance of the supervisor; (3) Data and resources analysis as well as dissertation writing; (4) Presentation of Candidature Defence and pass; (5) Present the research outcome in the form of dissertation to be submitted for examination.

At the end of the course, candidates are able to:

  1. Design a research strategy and hypothesis or problem statement which is relevant to a drama and theatre studies.
  2. Critically evaluate different approaches of research as well as systematic procedures.
  3. Master the techniques of data management and analysis through quantitative or qualitative methodology.
  4. Implement detailed analysis of data and findings in the dissertation writing.
  5. Present the research outcome through dissertation based on professional standards.