UNAM Diploma in Drama – Performance Course
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
UNAM Humanities and Social Sciences Undergraduate Courses
Postgraduate
UNAM Humanities and Social Sciences Postgraduate Courses
UNAM Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Overview
UNAM Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Contacts
UNAM Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Prospectus
UNAM Humanities and Social Sciences Departments