Covering historical and philosophical bases of theatre and performance practices from different parts of the world, this Masters investigates indigenous and contemporary performance and theatre traditions from a variety of cultural contexts.
Successful applicants will normally hold a first degree at 2:1 level or higher (or its equivalent in the case of applicants from abroad) in an arts or humanities subject.
For candidates with unrelated degrees/backgrounds, they must demonstrate a keen interest in the theatre evidenced by having previously taken part in productions as a performer, writer/critic, director or producer.
In all cases, you must demonstrate in your written application/personal statement and at interview that you have an interest in theoretical and analytical work and that you are able to meet the intellectual demands of a programme designed to be theoretically challenging.
You will be expected to engage with historical research, as well as have some awareness of how world contemporary performance and theatre involves a diversity of forms, practices and traditions.
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The broad range of interests combined in this programme will prepare you for a diverse range of employment and/or a portfolio of careers in theatre and performance as well as the arts industry as a whole in different socio-cultural environments:
You'll complete the following compulsory modules:
Cultural Theory, Performance, Interdisciplinary Perspectives 30 credits
World Theatre: Contexts and Practices 30 credits
Research Project 60 credits
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