Introduction to a Pre-20th Century Drama

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU014899
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD5-Communication and presentation
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the context of a pre-20th century drama.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Analyse the historical and theatrical background of a play.
  • 1.2
    Discuss the conventions of drama at that period.
2.

Understand how the play is structured.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Analyse the shape and effects of the plot and subplots.
  • 2.2
    Analyse the presentation of the major themes and patterns of themes in the play.
3.

Understand the language of the play.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Analyse how the choice of language contributes to the meanings and effects of the play.
  • 3.2
    Comment on the uses and effects of imagery and other poetic techniques.
  • 3.3
    Analyse explicit and implicit meanings in texts.
4.

Understand how to respond critically to the play.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Evaluate own and others' responses to an interpretation of different aspects of the play as text or performance.
  • 4.2
    Analyse how characters are presented and developed.