Overview

Why Performance Making at Goldsmiths?

Goldsmiths, University of London, is renowned for its strong emphasis on creativity and interdisciplinary approaches. The university consistently ranks highly in the arts and humanities, making it an ideal place for aspiring performance makers. Students benefit from excellent facilities, including a refurbished theatre and various studios, fostering an environment that nurtures artistic exploration. The institution's strong industry connections provide students with invaluable networking opportunities, enhancing their professional prospects in the competitive performance landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the MA Performance Making programme are as follows:

• Home (full-time): £11,250 per year
• International (full-time): £22,000 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The MA Performance Making programme is structured to provide both practical and theoretical insights into performance creation. Key modules include:

• Performance Research Portfolio (30 credits)
• Performance Portfolio 1: Interdisciplinary Project (30 credits)
• Performance Portfolio 2: Site (30 credits)
• Performance Portfolio 3: Independent Research Project (60 credits)

In addition, students may select a contextual lecture/seminar-based module worth 30 credits. Optional modules may include:

• Contemporary African Theatre and Drama (30 credits)
• Corporeality, Embodiment, Alternative Spaces (30 credits)
• Cultural Theory, Performance, Interdisciplinary Perspectives (30 credits)
• Disability Theatre (30 credits)
• Radical Performance (30 credits)

This diverse curriculum encourages students to engage deeply with various aspects of performance, enhancing their critical thinking and creative skills.

Guaranteed Work Experience

The programme integrates practical experiences, allowing students to participate in a student-led public performance festival, which showcases their work and provides a platform for real-world application of their skills.

Careers with Performance Making

Graduates of the MA Performance Making programme often find themselves in diverse roles within the performing arts sector. Alumni have pursued careers as performers, cultural leaders, and educators, with some engaging in freelance workshops or continuing their studies at the doctoral level. Many graduates have secured positions as venue directors, project leaders, dramaturges, and directors, reflecting the programme's comprehensive approach to performance education. The skills acquired throughout the course equip students for a variety of roles in the arts, both in the UK and internationally, ensuring they are well-prepared for the demands of the industry.