Acting Art

Master's Program in Acting Art

Program Code: 060311 – Acting Art
Degree Awarded: Master
Program Duration: 2 years (extended by 6 months for part-time studies)
Total Credits: 120

1. General Provisions

1.1. This program for the master's level in acting art (code: 060311) is based on the requirements outlined in the "Law on Education" of the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as the relevant decrees and regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers. The program aligns with the "State Standards and Curriculum for Higher Education" and the regulations for granting master's degrees.
1.2. Regardless of their ownership structure or legal form, all higher education institutions operating in Azerbaijan must implement this program for the preparation of specialists in acting art.
1.3. The following abbreviations are used in the structure:

- ÜK – General Competencies

- PK – Professional Competencies

2. Program Overview and Specifics

2.1. Program Details:

- Field and Specialty: 060311 – Acting Art

- Scientific Degree Awarded: Master

- Duration (Full-time): 2 years (Part-time studies extend by 6 months)

- Total Credits: 120

3. Graduate Competencies

3.1. Specialization Description:
Upon completing this master's program, students will gain a deep theoretical understanding of acting, research methodologies, and professional skills required to undertake scientific research and pedagogical activities in the field. Graduates will be able to address complex and unexpected challenges in their professional work.

3.2. Graduate Competencies:

3.2.1. General Competencies (ÜK):
Graduates should be proficient in:

- Team collaboration (ÜK-1)

- Interdisciplinary communication (ÜK-2)

- Active social mobility (ÜK-3)

- International cooperation (ÜK-4)

- Legal knowledge and ethical norms (ÜK-5)

- Proposing innovative ideas (ÜK-6)

- Independent work (ÜK-7)

- Scientific research and team leadership (ÜK-8)

- Entrepreneurship and leadership (ÜK-9)

- Planning and organizing work (ÜK-10)

3.2.2. Professional Competencies (PK):
Graduates will gain the following skills in their area of expertise:

- Scientific Research:

- Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, critique, and history of acting (PK-1)

- Practical skills in conducting research on the acting arts across theater, film, television, and radio (PK-2)

- Adherence to fundamental principles in global acting arts research (PK-3)

- Analysis of world cinema and theater, including critical evaluation of major examples (PK-4)

- Pedagogical Skills:

- Teaching acting theory and history at the undergraduate level (PK-5)

- Proficiency in using electronic libraries and research databases (PK-6)

- Effective transfer of knowledge through various teaching methods (PK-7)

- Organizational and Administrative Skills:

- Proficient in using modern computer technologies (PK-8)

- Written communication of acting knowledge (PK-9)

- Communication in foreign languages (PK-10)

- Problem-solving within professional activities (PK-11)

- Strategic responsibility for group activities (PK-12)

- Ethical conduct in complex situations (PK-13)

- Assessment of needs for continuous professional development (PK-14)

- Analyzing short- and long-term outcomes of proposed activities (PK-15)

- Creative problem-solving under time constraints (PK-16)

- Selecting and applying relevant technologies and methods in problem-solving (PK-17)

- Evaluating personal behavior in professional activities (PK-18)

- Communicating problems and solutions in both Azerbaijani and foreign languages (PK-19)

- Independent action in complex, innovative situations (PK-20)

4. Professional Activity and Educational Content Requirements

4.1. Professional Activity Characteristics:
The key areas of professional activity for graduates include:

- Scientific research

- Pedagogical work

- Organizational and administrative duties

4.1.1. Professional Activity Requirements:

Scientific Research:

- Analyze research in bibliography and apply advancements in technology and foreign practices in the field (PK-1)

- Organize and manage academic events such as conferences and seminars (PK-2)

- Prepare and edit academic publications (PK-3)

Pedagogical:

- Conduct lectures and seminars (PK-4)

- Implement teaching and research methods (PK-5)

Organizational and Administrative:

- Utilize modern methods for collecting and processing information (PK-6)

- Organize research group activities (PK-7)

- Apply scientific innovations to forecast outcomes (PK-8)

4.2. Minimum Educational Content Requirements:
The curriculum is divided into multiple subject blocks, each contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and competencies, and offering a total of 120 credits.

5. Material and Technical Base

5.1. Higher education institutions must have equipped classrooms, laboratories, and access to ICT resources such as computer labs, electronic databases, and the internet to support the implementation of this program.

5.2. The teaching staff for this program must include qualified experts with academic titles and degrees, ensuring high-quality delivery of the content.

5.3. Thesis supervision is provided by faculty members or qualified experts, in accordance with the institution’s standards.

6. Teaching Methods and Forms

6.1. Theoretical training and pedagogical preparation are delivered through lectures, seminars, consultations, independent work, and practical teaching experiences.
6.2. Various interactive methods are employed, including discussions, research projects, and laboratory work.
6.3. Practical experiences such as scientific research and pedagogical internships are integral to the program, conducted either within educational institutions or relevant organizations.

7. Final State Certification and Evaluation

7.1. State Certification:
The final certification consists of the defense of the master's thesis. Requirements for the thesis content, structure, and defense procedures are determined by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
7.2. Student assessments are conducted based on the regulations approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.
7.3. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a master's degree and a state-issued diploma.

This master's program in acting art is designed to provide students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to excel in the field, preparing them for professional careers in research, teaching, and artistic performance.