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BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance

University of York — York, United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance is a undergraduate Linguistics course at University of York, York, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years, costs £27,800 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3 years · Full-time · Linguistics · £27,800 per year

Intakes: September

BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance at the University of York is a 3-year full-time undergraduate degree in the UK (with an optional placement year) that brings together the roles of director, performer and playwright. You build in-depth knowledge of theatre practice and the skills needed across the industry, and no Theatre or Drama A level is required. 0 in each component.

Modules

  • Year 1: Why Theatre?
  • Year 1: Theatre-Making Workshop
  • Year 1: Histories and Politics of Theatre-Making
  • Year 1: Approaches to Directing and Design
  • Year 1: Performance Project: Acting
  • Year 1: Playwriting in Practice
  • Year 2: Theatre Texts and Contexts
  • Year 2: Current Trends in Theatre
  • Year 2: Performance Project
  • Year 2: Collaborative Theatre-Making
  • Year 2: Options such as Playwriting for Performance; Theatre as Industry; Performance Design; Political Theatres
  • Year 3: Independent Research Project - Proposal and Planning
  • Year 3: Main Stage Theatre Production - Practice and Processes
  • Year 3: Independent Research Project - Extended Essay
  • Year 3: Independent Group Production Project or Independent Playwriting Project

Careers

  • Writer
  • Director
  • Performer
  • Drama Therapist
  • Literary Manager
  • Arts Journalist
  • Theatre, Film and Television Production
  • Teacher
  • Arts Administrator

Frequently asked questions

How long is BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance at University of York?

BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance takes 3 years (Full-time).

How much does BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance at University of York cost?

The listed tuition fee is £27,800 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance start?

Intakes: September.

What level is BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance?

It is a undergraduate course in Linguistics.

What will I study on BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance?

Modules include Year 1: Why Theatre?, Year 1: Theatre-Making Workshop, Year 1: Histories and Politics of Theatre-Making, Year 1: Approaches to Directing and Design, Year 1: Performance Project: Acting and Year 1: Playwriting in Practice.

What careers can BA (Hons) Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance lead to?

Typical roles include Writer, Director, Performer, Drama Therapist, Literary Manager and Arts Journalist.