Applied Theatre, MA
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

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About the courseThe MA Applied Theatre encourages investigation into the possibilities and contradictions of drama and theatre practice as transformative and rehabilitative, and engages practically and critically with a range of theories and current practices. As a student on the programme, you will:Gain knowledge of theatre in extensive applied, community and drama education settings, in the UK and globally; Combine theory and practice in exploring how theatre can change lives; Offers industry ...Read more

About the course

The MA Applied Theatre encourages investigation into the possibilities and contradictions of drama and theatre practice as transformative and rehabilitative, and engages practically and critically with a range of theories and current practices. As a student on the programme, you will:

Gain knowledge of theatre in extensive applied, community and drama education settings, in the UK and globally; Combine theory and practice in exploring how theatre can change lives; Offers industry placements globally.

Key features of the programme

Key features of the MA Applied Theatre are:

exploration of theatre work in specific settings;
key practices in applied theatre;
a theoretical engagement with new ideas in the field;
project-based study examining specific professional work with a varied range of client groups;
or specialising in working with people whose lives have been affected by the criminal justice system.

The course develops knowledge of the ways in which drama and theatre are used to benefit a range of distinct groups that are key to today’s evolving cultural landscape.

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is aimed at those interested in developing current practice of using theatre and drama in community and education settings, or of using theatre and drama with people whose lives have been affected by the criminal justice system.

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10 Apr 21

I absolutely love training at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. There is no place like it. Every student is warm and welcoming as soon as you walk up those famous..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Applicants will normally be able to demonstrate the following: relevant qualifications (e.g. undergraduate degree or equivalent), or professional experience which has prepared you equivalently for advanced study; evidence of a specific commitment to the course, with an understanding of relevant issues and practices; evidence of appropriate level of skills/competencies; evidence of the ability to work in collaboration with colleagues and, where relevant, with external parties; evidence of a capacity to work at master’s level, for example engaging with complex matters in the field, or demonstrating originality in the application of knowledge. All students attending placements will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Scheme check (DBS). This is a mandatory government safeguarding scheme for all those seeking to work in any capacity with minors or vulnerable adults.

Tuition fees

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£11,550 per year

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This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

£22,050 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£22,050 per year

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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
51.5443344,-0.1742045 Eton Avenue Camden NW3 3HY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: South Hampstead  0.2 miles away
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