Study MA Theatre Practice at University of Essex in the UK, Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies
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MA Theatre Practice

UK

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What will I learn?

Our interdisciplinary MA Theatre Practice provides an opportunity for you to develop advanced knowledge of different processes of theatre-making, international performance traditions, approaches to practice-as-research (PaR), and methods of writing, directing and devising in professional contexts.You will explore a diverse range of artistic approaches, gain insights into related critical discourses and develop an in-depth understanding of the possible interrelationships between ‘practice’ and ‘research’ – investigating how practitioners at the cutting-edge of the performing arts make their ideas a tangible reality.Be an actor, a writer, a director, a stage-manager, a producer – or something even more exciting An MA Theatre Practice degree opens many doors. Creativity, communication and versatility are highly valued skills in our rapidly changing world. We work with the university's Careers Services to help you find out about further work experience, internships, placements, and voluntary opportunities.

Which department am I in?

Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£23,875.00 (US$ 30,833) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Essex

Wivenhoe Park,

Colchester,

Essex,

CO4 3SQ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A 2:2 degree in one of the following subjects: American Studies; Art History; Creative Writing; Film and Media Studies; History; Journalism; Law; Literature; Modern Languages; Music; Performance Studies; Philosophy; Politics; Sociology; Theatre/Drama Studies.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Essex

At Essex, students learn to think differently, find new ways of doing things and adopt new techniques for solving problems.

  • World-leading academics in a research-intensive environment
  • Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees
  • Flexible course structure, students study what matters to them
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