Drama Performance

The QQI Level 8 Certificate in Drama Performance is available on a part-time basis by the LSMD and comprises of two modules from the Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education, Ireland’s only specialised certification in music and drama education qualifications. Students of the course will benefit greatly from a faculty with over a century of experience in Music and Drama Teacher training as well as a unique learning experience.



*Please be aware this course is subject to validation and subject to numbers.



Below are some of the benefits of enrolling:

-Modules certified under QQI's Accumulation of Credits & Certification of Subjects Scheme (ACCS).

-A range of methods and techniques are explored throughout the programme.

-Access to performance-oriented facilities, including a 600-seater concert hall and an impressively stocked drama library.

-Access to fully equipped studios with the latest industry-standard music software for writing, recording, performing, editing, mixing, and composing music.

-Highly focused and experienced teachers, many of whom are active in the performance arena.

Course Highlights

-Provides a pathway for the progression of drama students to teachers.

Can be utilised as a professional development programme to revitalise the practice of existing teachers.

-Learners concentrate on developing their performance skills at an advanced level with a view to progressing to a drama teaching qualification.

-Fully accredited by QQI, making them internationally recognised accredited qualifications. The LSMD is the only institution in Ireland offering QQI validated specialised drama education qualifications.

-Flexible schedule with part-time evening study, and day-time sessions (a mixture of Saturdays and Sundays).

-Access to performance oriented facilities, including a 600-seater concert hall and an impressively stocked drama library.

Students take two modules from the Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education programme, allowing them to concentrate on acquiring a specific subset of drama teaching skills and knowledge.



Core Subjects

Preparing the Performer

The Creative Process

Applicants must have a primary degree in a drama related field, or, a primary degree in a non-cognate (unrelated) discipline plus Grade 10 in Speech and Drama from the LSMD, or an approved substiute.



Candidates with significant prior experience in drama education or performance may also be considered under the College’s APL and APEL policy. In all such cases, candidates will be required to submit their application for consideration by the College’s academic and professional council and may be required to present for interview and/or audition.



English Language

If English is not your native language, you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard.



Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.



For further information please contact a member of the Admissions Team.

1 year part-time.

Intake Dates

Dublin - Part-Time - September 2025

Academic Progression

Students may progress from this programme to take further modules under QQI’s ACCS scheme e.g. 45 credits Certificate in Drama Education/ Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education.



Career Progression

Graduates of the programme have taken many routes and are gainfully employed in the performing arts sector and working within the early – years sector. Many graduates have progressed to further studies upon completion of this programme.