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University of Wales (Trinity Saint David)

Swansea , Wales ,United Kingdom

Theatre Directing (MA)

Program Available at Carmarthen Campus

The aim of our new Theatre Directing (MA) is to engage with the demands and expectations of the theatre director working in the contemporary theatrical context. In this two year study, you will examine the mechanics of managing a rehearsal room and develop strategies and techniques for a creative, collaborative process. You will be working with Theatre professionals and creative practitioners to understand and explore the work of the theatre director in theory and in practice.

The Programme provides students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of, and practical experience, in:

  • the demands and expectations of the theatre director working in the contemporary theatrical context;
  • the director’s comprehension and application of techniques and methods for script rehearsal and performance;
  • aspects of the modernist movement in relation to drama and theatre through the work of selected European dramatists;
  • developing and staging both a Main House production as an assistant director and ‘studio’ theatre show as the main director.

Students on the program will work with core staff, professional directors and other theatre professionals and with cohorts of performing arts undergraduate students to produce work of professional quality.

Campus Information

Carmarthen Campus

Our Carmarthen campus is a lively, friendly environment, centred on its original 1848 building. The campus boasts a range of facilities including a well-stocked library, a fully equipped theatre and workshops, music, media and IT suites and modern teaching spaces. The only Welsh language television channel in the world, S4C, has relocated its headquarters to UWTSD's Carmarthen campus. The public service broadcaster's new home, Canolfan S4C Yr Egin, is set to become a creative industries hub for the region.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 25

Application Process

More information Required
10 Days
Possible Interview Call from Institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
20 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

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

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  • Interviews & Assessment centres

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PWS Available 

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

A minimum of a 2:2 UK first degree or an equivalent international qualification recognised by UK NARIC
English Qualifications

An overall English Language level equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no lower than 5.5 in reading writing, listening and speaking
or

Successfully completed within the last two years a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate qualification at a recognised institution that has been certified as being taught in the medium of English (certificates, transcripts and/or other documents stating language of delivery and assessment may be required by the University prior to an offer being made).