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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Directing Classical and Contemporary Text
| Institution | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Stage and Screen |
| Web | http://www.rcs.ac.uk |
| admissions@rcs.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 332 4101 |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Arts - MA (PG)
Summary
The application deadline for this programme is 31 March 2026
MA Directing Classical and Contemporary Text (CCT) is a course for directors who find themselves looking beyond traditional and contemporary artistic approaches as they seek to broaden and deepen their individual practice. Individuality is at the core of this postgraduate programme. We work with artists who use their social, moral, and ethical values to animate their practice. This is a course where you will have agency over your own work and be responsible for driving your learning and creativity forward.
It is this agency which makes the programme different from undergraduate study. With support from the staff team, you will write your own learning outcomes, determine your trajectory and ultimately, we hope, you will flourish as both a learner and a creative practitioner.
It’s an intense programme where actors and directors work together, creating a dynamic community rooted in creative collaboration. Highlights include developing original digital work for the On the Verge festival, performing or directing contemporary performance working in proto-professional ensembles and completing a month’s residency at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London.
At the end of this residency, after undertaking classes with the educational team at the Globe, you will perform or direct sharings on the mainstage of Shakespeare’s Globe, a unique and iconic playing space.
If this narrative excites or inspires you, please get in touch to discuss how you can begin your artistic journey with us.
Curriculum Review We are currently in the review cycle for our postgraduate programmes starting in 2026, these courses are currently designated 'subject to validation'. This is standard practice during curriculum review periods. The outcome of this process, may mean there are some changes to how your programme is delivered.
Important Audition Information If you choose recording as your audition location - a video submission needs to be uploaded via our Acceptd account, you will be called for an online interview at a later date. Please see the website for details on how to record your submission.
If you choose RCS or London as your audition location - all elements of the audition (including the interview) will be completed in person, you will not need to upload any recorded material on Acceptd, but you must still upload your headshot and complete the applicant questionnaire to be considered for the programme.
Our international auditions are still being confirmed. Information will be updated when available, please also check the website for details.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | There are no formal qualification requirement for admission. Each candidate’s ability to fulfil the above brief holistically will be considered with due regard for training, qualifications, experience and other factors. |
| Location | Main Site 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 18289 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 28991 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 28991 GBP for Whole course |
Master of Fine Arts - MFA (PG)
Summary
The application deadline for this course is 31 MARCH 2026.
MFA Directing Classical and Contemporary Text (CCT) is a course for directors who find themselves looking beyond traditional and contemporary artistic approaches as they seek to broaden and deepen their individual practice. Individuality is at the core of this postgraduate programme. We work with artists who use their social, moral, and ethical values to animate their practice. This is a course where you will have agency over your own work and be responsible for driving your learning and creativity forward.
It is this agency which makes the programme different from undergraduate study. With support from the staff team, you will write your own learning outcomes, determine your trajectory and ultimately, we hope, you will flourish as both a learner and a creative practitioner.
It’s an intense programme where actors and directors work together, creating a dynamic community rooted in creative collaboration. Highlights include developing original digital work for the On the Verge festival, performing or directing contemporary performance working in proto-professional ensembles and completing a month’s residency at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London.
At the end of this residency, after undertaking classes with the educational team at the Globe, you will perform or direct sharings on the mainstage of Shakespeare’s Globe, a unique and iconic playing space.
If this narrative excites or inspires you, please get in touch with us to discuss how you can begin your artistic journey with us.
Curriculum Review We are currently in the review cycle for our postgraduate programmes starting in 2026, these courses are currently designated 'subject to validation'. This is standard practice during curriculum review periods. The outcome of this process, may mean there are some changes to how your programme is delivered.
Important Audition Information If you choose online as your audition location - a video submission needs to be uploaded via our Acceptd account, you will be called for an online interview at a later date.
If you choose RCS or London as your audition location - all elements of the audition (including the interview) will be completed in person and no recording submission uploads to Acceptd are required. Please note, you will still need to create a profile and supply your head shot as part of the initial application.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | There are no formal qualification requirement for admission. Each candidate’s ability to fulfil the above brief holistically will be considered with due regard for training, qualifications, experience and other factors. |
| Location | Main Site 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 24385 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 38658 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 38658 GBP for Whole course |
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