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University College Dublin: Drama & Performance Studies
| Institution | University College Dublin View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | UCD School of English, Drama and Film |
| Web | www.ucd.ie/global |
| internationalenquiries@ucd.ie | |
| Telephone | +353 1 716 8500 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MA in Drama and Performance Studies gives students the opportunity to analyse, explore, and reflect critically on contemporary theatre and performance. The programme engages with current theoretical and practical philosophies of performance, taught by a mix of academic staff and special guest contributors from professional fields.
This programme is designed for students who like going to the theatre and are interested in learning skills to critically review and analyse such performances. The UCD School of English, Drama and Film offers unique insights to students. through its deep involvement in the progress of Irish literary affairs. Many of Ireland’s leading writers were educated at UCD including: James Joyce, Edna O’Brien and Roddy Doyle.
Reflects on theatre writing and performance
Engages with current theoretical and practical philosophies of performance
Academic and Professional Theatre staff of international standing
Many of our alumni work in a variety of different sectors, including the theatre, media and cultural institutes, where a background in the humanities is particularly valued. Others graduates work in senior positions across a diverse range of industries including education, NGOs and the Arts, whilst some continue on to PhD research.
MA
| Level | NFQ Level 9 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A BA Hons degree or a Bachelors in a cognate area (NFQ Level 8) with a 2.1 classification (Second Class Honours, Grade One) or equivalent* is normally required, or equivalent in professional theatre practice. Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 7 (no band less than 6.5 in each element), or equivalent. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information: https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/int%20pmp/ |
Fees
| EU | 4800 Euros for per year |
|---|---|
| Non EU | 10760 Euros for per year |
| Level | NFQ Level 9 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A BA Hons degree or a Bachelors in a cognate area (NFQ Level 8) with a 2.1 classification (Second Class Honours, Grade One) or equivalent* is normally required, or equivalent in professional theatre practice. Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 7 (no band less than 6.5 in each element), or equivalent. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information: https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/int%20pmp/ |
Fees
| EU | 7990 Euros for per year |
|---|---|
| Non EU | 21520 Euros for per year |
Why UCD?
University College Dublin is one of Europe’s leading research-intensive universities.
Rankings
- UCD has now moved up to 118th globally overall
- 49th in Sustainability globally, 1st in Ireland
- Four subjects ranked in the top-50 globally are Veterinary Science (33), Petroleum Engineering (34), English Language & Literature (41), and Nursing (44).
- There were nine subjects at UCD also ranked between 51 -100 by QS, these were Agriculture & Forestry; Anatomy and Physiology; Archaeology; History; Library Management; Performing Arts; Philosophy; Social Policy and Administration; and Sports Related Subject
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