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De Montfort University: Theatre and Performance
| Institution | De Montfort University |
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| Department | Arts, Design and Humanities View department profile |
| Web | www.dmu.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course has a particular emphasis on supporting original practice which is responsive to the interests of a contemporary audience and our lived reality. Concurrently, it draws on the rich historical contexts and practices of both popular and experimental theatre and performance, reflecting on the past to better understand the future of these dynamic fields.
Specialist areas within the team include devising; performer training; live art; popular theatre; immersive, interactive and participatory theatre; documentation; writing for performance; intermediality; adaptation, community theatre; and solo and collaborative performance making. Interdisciplinarity and collaboration are key to the ethos of the course, and you are encouraged to get involved in a wealth of extra-curricular and creative/research activities at DMU.
The course has also been developed to maximise on DMU’s long-standing relationships with local, national and international organisations, theatre/performance companies, practitioners, and scholars.
Key features
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You can exit the course with a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate award depending on the credits you have successfully achieved.
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Study a range of theatre and performance practices and their related contexts, enabling you to develop your own skills, style and areas of interest.
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Explore innovative creative, critical and conceptual models and ideas, taught by our internationally recognised staff who are practising artists and scholars.
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DMU is recognised as a Centre for Excellence in Performance Arts with exceptional facilities providing specialist studios and rehearsal spaces designed specifically for learning activities in theatre and performance.
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Gain opportunities to work with industry or artist/researchers through our local, national and international connections and opportunities.
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Our programme is designed to develop you to achieve your personal goals; whether it is to become a teacher or performer, start your own company, or pursue doctoral study.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in a related subject, such as Drama, Performing Arts, Theatre Arts or Visual Arts. If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis. |
| Location | Leicester Campus The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH |
Fees
| England | 9435 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 9435 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9435 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9435 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
De Montfort University
Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities
The Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities brings together leading research, award-winning work, and innovation in the university's many creative disciplines. We offer a range of postgraduate courses that are designed with employability in mind, ensuring you gain the skills and experience required by, and relevant in industry today.
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