Performance Practices MA
The course aims to foster creative and performance skills, theoretical knowledge, and research skills appropriate to contemporary performance practices and is designed for those wishing to develop themselves as independent artists, practitioner-researchers, scholarly researchers, and reflective practitioners. It is also suitable for professional artists and educators who wish to reinvigorate their practices and deepen their engagement in performance making.
This program will assist in developing your skills and knowledge towards achieving your goals; whether it is to become a teacher or performer, start your own company, or pursue further study. It will allow you to gain real-life experience through a range of opportunities offered by the industry through our links with local and national organizations. There is some flexibility in module choice, so that you may broaden existing skills and/or develop new skills that complement your program-specific studies. You may choose to study a module from another similar program or to undertake placements, further preparing them for employment in a range of contexts.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
On completion of the programme you will be equipped to pursue a range of careers in the field of performance practices and the creative industries, as well as pursuing further academic study. Recent graduates from the Performance Practices MA:
- Independent artists and securing funding from Arts Council England
- Marketing and Communications Manager for UK Young Artists
- Engaged as Associate Artists at DMU
- Pursuing postdoctoral study
- Teaching at University and FE levels
PSW Opportunity
2 Years PSW is applicable after the course.(Bachelors & Masters only)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry criteria
You should have the equivalent of a 2:2 or above UK bachelor’s honours degree in a related subject, such as Dance, Drama or Performing Arts.
If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis. Evidence of previous performance practice material (statements, images or online links) is required.
You may be asked to attend an interview, this could be via Skype or phone.
India
- A Bachelor's degree with 50%-60%, depending on the university you have studied and the course you are applying for.
Some courses have additional entry criteria such as a portfolio, work experience or require you to have a degree in a related field.
Sri Lanka
- A Bachelor’s degree with GPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) for courses requiring a 2:2 classification, and GPA 3.3 (out of 4.0) for courses requiring a 2:1 classification.
Bangladesh
- 4 year Bachelor degree from BUET with a minimum of 55% or GPA 2.75/4.0 OR 4 year Bachelor degree from a well recognized university with a minimum of 60% or GPA 3.0/4.0
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
14600 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A