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BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre program at York St John University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the performing arts, including acting, directing, playwriting, and theatre history. The course covers a range of topics, from classical to contemporary theatre, and prepares students for a career in the performing arts industry. Students will have the opportunity to work on productions, attend professional performances, and engage with guest speakers from the industry. Throughout the course, students will develop their critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills, as well as their knowledge of theatre theory and practice.

Additional Information

Students on this course will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through workshops, productions, and other performance-based activities. They will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a 200-seat theatre and a dedicated drama studio. The course is taught by experienced practitioners and researchers in the field of drama and theatre, who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their teaching.

Why Choose York St John University for Your Drama and Theatre Degree?

York St John University offers an excellent learning environment for students pursuing a degree in Drama and Theatre. The university has a strong reputation for producing talented and well-rounded graduates, and its location in the vibrant city of York provides access to a rich cultural scene. Students on this course will benefit from the university's commitment to small class sizes and personalized learning, as well as its strong links with the theatre industry.

Why You Should Study This Course

Explore traditional and contemporary forms of drama and theatre on this practice-led course. You will reimagine and celebrate pieces of theatre as you play and experiment with a range of forms and techniques. Study the history of 20th and 21st-century drama and performance to give you a context to your practical work. We want you to make the kind of performances you want to see in the world. You will write, direct and perform. Select the modules that match your passions and become an expert in your chosen field. We will help you to find your own unique voice and style. With an emphasis on contemporary performance, you will be encouraged to respond to social and political events that you feel passionate about. Your performances will help you, and your audience, understand our rapidly changing world.

General Eligibility

104UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Acting

  • Making Ensemble Performance

  • Big Ideas in Performance

  • Ensemble: Political Performance

  • Workshop Facilitation

  • Spoken Word Performance

  • Theatre for Social Change

2 Year 2
  • Politically Engaged Practice 1

  • Politically Engaged Practice 2

  • Artist as Witness

  • Auto/biography and Performance

  • Acting for Screen: The Performer as Auteur

  • Acting Vignettes

  • Children and Young People

  • Performance in Social Context

  • Physical Theatre

  • Politics and the Play

  • Re-Performing Dance Archives

  • Site Specific Dance

  • Writing after Beckett

3 Year 3
  • Dissertation

  • Contemporary Performance Practice: Research and Development

  • Contemporary Performance Practice: Actualisation

  • Independent Practice and Professional Portfolio: Drama and Theatre

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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