Research projects are carried out at the Department of Theatre Studies both independently and in collaboration with other institutions, in accordance with the Quality Policy of the University of the Peloponnese, whose vision promotes research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The purpose of the Department of Theatre Studies is the participation of teaching staff members in research projects in Greece and abroad, and the application of excellence in distinguishing the teaching staff in research activities. The Department of Theatre Studies ensures the encouragement of student participation in research projects and activities, through courses as well as research structures and laboratories.

To ensure quality in research projects in Greece and abroad, a Research Development Committee was established with the following responsibilities:

• Certifies that the research activity of the Faculty members is relevant to their subject area and falls within the research planning of the Department.

• Is responsible for collecting and monitoring the research projects in which Faculty members participate, as well as publications, conferences they organize or participate in, and publicity actions in general.

• Monitors and provides data on the participation of undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic fellows in the research projects of the Department.

• Maps out the needs for research activities.

• Meets 1–2 times per academic year or whenever deemed necessary.

• Submits an annual progress report (per academic year) to the Internal Quality Assurance Unit (O.M.E.A.).