UNAM Diploma in Drama - Performance Course

UNAM Diploma in Drama – Performance Course

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1 UNAM Diploma in Drama – Performance Course

1.1 Degree

1.2 Introduction

1.3 Admission Criteria

1.4 Duration of Study

1.5 Modules

1.6 See Also

University of Namibia Diploma in Drama

Degree

Diploma

Introduction

The purpose of this programme is:

to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the production or performance sector of the performing arts industry
to allow university access to students with NSSC and a minimum score of 22 in five (5) subjects on the UNAM Evaluation Scale
to benefit candidates through personal development with an academic and creative grounding
to prepare students academically to allow them access into the BA (Hons) degree after completion of the Diploma, taking corresponding Drama courses, at NQF level 6

Admission Criteria

A NSSC or equivalent qualification, obtained in not more than three (3) examination sittings, with a minimum score of 22 in five (5) subjects on the UNAM Evaluation Scale (cf. 7.3.1(7) under 7.3 General Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Programmes in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). English is a compulsory subject and should have been obtained at English as a First/Second Language NSSC Ordinary Level, symbol D or higher.
A candidate can be admitted to the programme through the University’s Mature Age Entry Scheme (cf. 7.4 in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). In addition to the Mature Age Entry examination, the Department may also administer auditions.

Duration of Study

The minimum duration of the Diploma programme is two (2) years for full-time students and three (3) years for part-time students. The programme must be completed in a maximum of four (4) years for full-time students and five (5) years for part-time students. Special permission must be granted for this period to be exceeded.

Modules

Year 1, Semester 1
English for Academic Purposes
English Communication and Study Skills
English for General Communication
Contemporary Social Issues
Computer Literacy
Voice Training
Movement Studies
Theatre Studies

Year 1, Semester 2
English for General Communication
English for Academic Purposes
Contemporary Social Issues
Acting
Movement Studies
Theatre Studies (History)

Year 2, Semester 1
Acting
Movement Studies
Voice and Speech

Year 2, Semester 2
Acting
Movement Studies
Voice and Speech
Theatre Studies

1. year, English courses: dependent on qualifications in English