Overview

Directing - Theatre, Opera and Musical Theatre at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama will give you the skills to explore your artistic identity and navigate the directorial challenges of contemporary theatre and opera.

Highlights

RWCMD is considered one of the best places to study drama in the UK. With our MFA in Directing, you’ll get outstanding teaching alongside practical experience in a professional training environment, all in readiness for your career as a director of theatre and opera.

You’ll be guided by a team of tutors operating at the top of their field. Their extensive experience and insight into the professional world will prepare you for the demands of the multifaceted world of theatre production, aligning your training with current industry standards.

Our small cohort sizes – fewer than six – means you’ll get personalised mentorship and a high level of support from your tutors, as well as the space and freedom to really push your creative boundaries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Producing

Orchestral Management

Fundraising

Audience Development & Communications

Access & Participation

Professional Placement

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

98

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

98

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normal entry requirements include a degree in any subject. The College also considers applications from people who have been working in the arts industry, usually with at least two years’ relevant experience.

All applicants are expected to be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the arts management profession.

Final selection is made on the basis of an interview.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

31200 GBP / year

≈ 31200 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

15600 GBP / year

≈ 15600 GBP / year

Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Duration

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

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