Bath,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Performance (Directing) in Bath United Kingdom | Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University
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Bath United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,835
(c. USD24,316.24)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The MA Performance (Directing) program equips you with a comprehensive skill set through hands-on experience in various theater productions. You'll learn to transform creative concepts into fully staged performances, exploring both classical and modern theatrical styles while gaining in-depth knowledge of today's theater industry. The program emphasizes professional-level work on ambitious productions intended for public viewing, including potential assistant director placements at Bath venues. Numerous practical opportunities await - from conducting youth workshops to mounting your own full productions. You'll acquire versatile skills applicable to multiple career paths, including team leadership, professional collaboration with actors and creatives, and theatrical direction.
Overview
Through seminars and practical exercises, you'll investigate diverse directing methodologies while deepening your expertise in actor training techniques. The program accommodates directors at various experience levels, offering tailored support to nurture your individual artistic growth. Personalized mentorship throughout your MA studies will guide your unique creative evolution.
Career progression
This program specifically prepares you for freelance theater directing while providing adaptable skills for related fields, including:
Creative production
Dramaturgy and script development
Arts education
Artistic leadership
Fundraising strategies
Audience engagement
Marketing initiatives
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
We're looking for theatre and live performance directors at all stages of their career. You might be a recent graduate of Acting, Theatre, Performance or a related degree, or a more experienced early career director who is keen to progress your skills. MA Directing is for theatre and live performance directors at all stages of their career. You’ll have a desire to work in or be currently working in live performance.
Generally we look for a good honours degree or higher, in an area relating to performance, or equivalent professional experience. 
English language requirements:
IELTS Academic either 6.5 or 7.0: This must include a minimum of 5.5 or 6.0 in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. 
TOEFL iBT - This must include a total of 75, to include a minimum 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
Tuition
GBP
17,835