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Core Module Information
Module title: Applied Directing 1
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 40.00
ECTS credit value: 20
Module code: CLP11124
Module leader: Mark Thomson
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Screen and Performance
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The aim of this module is to develop theoretical understanding and knowledge based on the theatre style and language of source material applied and practiced through the rehearsal and production of extended scenes. In addition you will attend master classes in a variety of areas (including rehearsal techniques, staging, communicating with actors) which will provide a comprehensive overview of contemporary challenges and approaches for directors, and you will undertake to direct at least two extended scenes of increasing complexity.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Conceptualise and exercise advanced technique in stagecraft/stage composition.

LO2: Exercise leadership, initiative, and the ability to work sensitively with actors and other collaborators.

LO3: Critically assess and exercise original ideas and creative vision with clarity, and see that vision through to execution as closely as possible in a simulated professional environment.

LO4: Examine the impact of and exercise the ability to apply advanced-level directing skills in a variety of contexts.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mark Thomson
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 24 Your directing work with actors will be reviewed throughout rehearsals by your Module Leader. You will have face to face tutorials where your creative choices, technique and stagecraft skills deployed and leadership of the troupe of actors will be reviewed and critically reflected on towards your personal development.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 365 You will undertake independent research and preparation appropriate to the text being worked on to generate ideas for all aspects of production along with a plan of a suitable methodology for your rehearsal process. You will take responsibility for the scheduling and content of rehearsals for two scenes toward the achievement of professional standard level.
Independent Learning Practical classes and workshops 11 You will attend and actively participate in a series of Masterclasses to enhance your knowledge and skillset with regard to stagecraft, working with actors , leading a rehearsal room and devising and producing creative frameworks through which to explore and animate text onto the stage.
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 50 1~2~3~4 Week 7 HOURS= 15-20 minutes. You will choose and develop a clear vision for and rehearse a scene with student actors lasting between 15-20 minutes. The scene will be agreed by you and the Module Leader but should be one that reflects your passion and interests in terms of form and theatre language. You will conceptualise a sound and lighting plan with limited workshop prop/costume design choice to be performed to a professional standard.
Practical Skills Assessment 50 1~2~3~4 Week 13 HOURS= 15-20 minutes. You will choose and develop a clear vision for and rehearse a second challenging scene with student actors lasting between 10-20 minutes. The scene will be agreed by you and the Module Leader but must be either a classic text or engage the student in with a non naturalistic theatre language. There is the possibility of assisting a staff member on an additional scene. You will conceptualise a sound and lighting plan with limited workshop prop/costume design choice for your chosen scene which will performed to a professional standard.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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