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MA - Master of Arts
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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MA - Master of Arts
The Old Library
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MA - Master of Arts
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
MA - Master of Arts
Llanishen Studios
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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This specialist vocational training course provides you with the full range of skills needed to work in stage management for theatre, live events, production management, technical direction or roles within the television and film industries.It’s aimed at graduates of any discipline with previous practical experience – or those who’ve worked in the entertainment or event industries who want more advanced training to enhance their employment opportunities.From the outset, you’ll have a series of placements working on productions and events in our lively arts venue that reflects the practices and conditions of the entertainment industry.Or you can choose to have up to two of these placements with professional companies – you’ll have the freedom to shape your work experience to suit your interests and career ambitions.In addition to your hands-on training, you’ll have classes focusing on the technical and organisational skills that are essential in fulfilling your production role. These include areas such as health and safety, computer-aided design (CAD), employment legislation, job roles, creating budgets and scheduling.All of these elements, combined with masterclasses and seminars from renowned experts, give you a comprehensive learning experience that sets you up for a career in an exciting industry.
The programme is suitable for graduates of any discipline who want to work within stage and event management in the theatre industry and/or the live events industry.
We also consider applications from people who seek formal training after working in the theatre or related entertainment and event industries. All applicants are expected to be able to demonstrate significant practical experience and a good understanding of the stage management profession. Final selection is made on the basis of an interview.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,750 per year
Students from Domestic
£17,500 (Total amount); £12,650 (Year 1); £4,850 (Year 2)
£17,500 per year
Students from EU
£35,000 (Total amount); £25,490 (Year 1); £9,510 (Year 2)
£17,500 per year
Students from International
£35,000 (Total amount); £25,490 (Year 1); £9,510 (Year 2)
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