The Theatre and Performative Practices (Hons) programme at University College Cork offers an immersive exploration into contemporary theatre and performance arts. Students engage in devising, performing, and critically evaluating original work across diverse performance forms, including dance, outdoor performance, and musical theatre. The curriculum emphasizes making theatre for social change, understanding the business aspects of theatre production, and fostering cultural engagement. The programme prepares graduates for a wide array of careers in performance, arts management, digital arts, education, and community engagement, with opportunities for international study and internships in countries such as Denmark, Germany, Malta, France, Canada, the US, and Mexico. UCC’s rich theatre tradition is reflected in notable alumni including Cillian Murphy, Fiona Shaw, Graham Norton, and Jessica Reagan.

  • Cork, Ireland
  • 3 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹18,90,052/Year

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Program Overview

The Theatre and Performative Practices (Hons) programme at University College Cork offers an immersive exploration into contemporary theatre and performance arts. Students engage in devising, performing, and critically evaluating original work across diverse performance forms, including dance, outdoor performance, and musical theatre. The curriculum emphasizes making theatre for social change, understanding the business aspects of theatre production, and fostering cultural engagement. The programme prepares graduates for a wide array of careers in performance, arts management, digital arts, education, and community engagement, with opportunities for international study and internships in countries such as Denmark, Germany, Malta, France, Canada, the US, and Mexico. UCC’s rich theatre tradition is reflected in notable alumni including Cillian Murphy, Fiona Shaw, Graham Norton, and Jessica Reagan.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2025-09-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

May-25

Programme Structure

Courses include:Theatre and Performative PracticesPerformance in CulturePerformative Writing: DramaturgyCultures of Performance PracticeCheck out the full curriculumVisit programme website

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

IELTS
6.5
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must present a minimum of six subjects with at least two achieving a grade of H5 and four achieving O6/H7. Proficiency in English and Irish is mandatory unless exempted. All applicants must pass an entrance test and participate in a drama workshop and interview, which can be conducted via Skype if necessary. Non-EU applicants should have qualifications equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate and demonstrate English language competency. Additional requirements include a personal statement, references, and, for the drama component, a portfolio or audition as specified by the programme. Meeting these criteria ensures eligibility for admission to the programme.

Course Fees

₹18,90,052/Year
Annual Fee

3 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

The Rick and Rebecca Riordan Postgraduate Scholarship in Modern Irish

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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