Program Overview
The Drama BA program combines contemporary performance methods, scholarly thinking, and historical traditions. Students engage creatively and critically with acting, performing, and directing while developing their artistic vision and aspirations. Through placements, internships, and performances, students gain real-world experience and prepare for careers in arts-related fields such as theater companies, community arts organizations, and media production.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Designed by using a mix of contemporary methods of performance making, current scholarly thinking and historical theatrical traditions, this course is ideal for those seeking a career in a range of arts-related areas. In this course you’ll engage both creatively and critically with a range of topics including acting, performing, directing and theatre for social change, while being supported to develop your own artistic vision, personal interests and aspirations. Through this course you will have the opportunity to learn about Drama in a rich variety of ways by working with professional researchers, research-active academics and visiting practitioners. The Drama BA degree offers students real-life experience through undertaking placements and internships, getting involved in professional performances, going on theatre trips at home and abroad, and showcasing your work to a variety of audiences.
