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Overview
Completion of the Higher Diploma in Theatre and Performative Practices from University College Cork effectively converts your degree to the equivalent of an honours degree with Theatre as the main subject. It is designed for non-theatre graduates who wish to upskill, gain an additional qualification in the area of Theatre & Performative Practices which will pave the way to further study at MA or PhD level.
The course is ideal for those who have acquired theatre-related skills in previous years, for example in a youth or community theatre setting, and now wish to build on that experience and advance it to professional levels with the potential for a career in the professional theatre or specific areas of applied theatre, including drama in education.
Career
Graduates can move directly into careers as: actors/performers, directors, writers, producers, technicians, educators, practitioners in various fields of applied drama and theatre.
Career sectors include theatre, film, television communications, education and arts and cultural management.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theatre and Performative Practices
- Cultures of Voicing
- Cultures of Movement and Place
- Performance Technologies
- Applied Drama and Theatre
- Performative Writing
- Practical Internship Work Placement
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Apply before , National
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Art History Theatre & Dance View 14 other Masters in Art History in IrelandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applications will be considered from graduates in any subject other than Drama and Theatre Studies.
- Applicants will normally have an honours primary degree at second class honours (2H2) or above.
- Applicants with significant professional-level drama and theatre experience will also be considered.
- Applicants will be asked to attend a workshop and/or interview with staff from Drama and Theatre Studies.
Tuition Fee
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International
16700 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16700 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6130 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6130 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cork
860 - 1400 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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