The MA in Drama and Performance gives you the opportunity to analyse, explore, and reflect on modern and contemporary theatre and perforamance in theory and practice. It invites you to engage with current theoretical and practical philosophies of performance.
• Reflects on theatre writing and performance
• Engages with current theoretical and practical philosophies of performance
• Academic and Professional Theatre staff of international standing.
A BA Hons degree or a Bachelors in a cognate area (NFQ Level 8) with a 2.1 classification (Second Class Honours, Grade One) or equivalent* is normally required, or equivalent in professional theatre practice.
*equivalencies will vary depending on grade scale of award presented but will generally require a grade average of B or a GPA no less than 3.08.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 7 (no band less than 6.5 in each element), or equivalent
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.
90
Careers
Many of our graduates have pursued careers in second and thrid level education. Some have established professional theatre companies. Others have pursued careers in a varitey of different sectors, including the theatre and associated media and cultural sectors.
Contact Name: Stacy Grouden
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 8604
Stage 1- Core
DRAM40010: Research and Analysis in Drama and Performance
DRAM40030: Issues and Perspectives in Drama and Performance
DRAM40100: Dissertation
Stage 1 - Option
The Body in Performance
DRAM40020
Contemporary Irish Theatre and Performance
DRAM40060
European Theatre in Context
DRAM40070
Writing for the Theatre
DRAM40370
Performance Research
DRAM40410
Queer Frictions: Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Literature & Culture
MA Drama & Performance Studies FT (Z014)
Duration: 1 Years
Attendance: Full Time
MA Drama & Performance Studies PT (Z106)
Duration: 2 Years
Attendance: Part Time
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
Next Intake: 2018/2019 September
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Comment
MA Drama & Performance Studies
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
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