MA Theatre-Making
University of York
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Work with creativity and flair as a theatre-maker in a rich creative environment. Experience first-hand the intricate collaborative interplay between performers, directors and dramaturgs which underpins successful theatre-making in the UK.Combining practical workshops with seminar explorations and discussions, youll focus on your work as an active theatre-maker and will learn the critical and interpretative skills needed to map and analyse the processes of theatre-making at an ambitious level. ...Read more

Work with creativity and flair as a theatre-maker in a rich creative environment. Experience first-hand the intricate collaborative interplay between performers, directors and dramaturgs which underpins successful theatre-making in the UK.

Combining practical workshops with seminar explorations and discussions, you'll focus on your work as an active theatre-maker and will learn the critical and interpretative skills needed to map and analyse the processes of theatre-making at an ambitious level. You'll have full use of our industry-standard rehearsal and production facilities for creative investigation of plays and performance texts, and to develop your own work. You'll benefit from contact with leading theatre-makers through theatre projects, masterclasses, lectures, and workshops.

Assessment and feedback

You'll be assessed throughout your course. Types of summative and formative assessment vary depending on the module and may include the following:

  • Studio-based performances and demonstrations of varying lengths (up to 30 minutes)
  • Essays of varying lengths (up to 4000 words)
  • Research presentations
  • Final practical project of up to 60 minutes in length
  • Reflective essay of 4,000 words if submitting a final practical project
  • Dissertation of 20,000 words if submitting final research project

Careers and skills

This course develops a range of analytical and practical skills in the performance and production of theatre, making our graduates highly employable. Because MA Theatre-Making is flexible enough to offer both practice-based and research-based paths, you'll find there’s a wide variety of career paths open to you across theatre and academia.

Career opportunities

  • Playwright
  • Director
  • Arts administrator
  • Theatre stage manager
  • Literary manager
  • Literary agent

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WUSCA ranking:
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49/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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3rd
CUG Ranking
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17th
What students say
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Mia
07 Nov 23

Its a great place in terms of study areas and coursework as well as location. Unfortunately, because of the good location, most places are..Read more

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Zarah
04 Nov 23

Has a great mix of activities for all kinds of students. Facilities are great that shows students are at the centre of everything...Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent. If you hold a qualification below 2:1 or equivalent, relevant prior experience of an appropriate nature, may be considered. Other qualifications and experience: Our students come from a range of academic backgrounds: if you're unsure about studying at Masters level please contact our admissions team to find out more. We are also very supportive of our mature students - if you've been thinking about returning to education at any point in your life, the MA Theatre allows you to bring your experiences into a university setting, and to make sure you get the best out of the experience.

Tuition fees

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£11,200 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£25,900 per year

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Students from EU

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£25,900 per year

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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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