2025/26

This option, an alternative to the MA dissertation, allows students to undertake a six-week placement that develops their knowledge of professional practice in the fields of literature, theatre or performance. Students will use their placement to explore clearly-articulated research questions, and reflect critically upon these questions in the written submission. They will also develop relevant professional skills.

Students receive five supervisions for their MA dissertations, two in Term 2 and three in Term 3. Supervisions are generally around 45-60 minutes in length, but the initial two meetings may be shorter. In the case of the Professional Practice Dissertation, Term 3 meetings may need to be rescheduled for other points in the year (depending on the timing of the placement).

Assessed by a 10,000 word reflective essay/portfolio.