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Production Technologies and Stage Management at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - UCAS

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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

  • BA (Hons) Production Technologies and Stage Management * is an ideal programme for aspiring stage or technical managers, lighting or sound specialist , or all -round production technicians.
- Gain practical experience on Central’s public productions, collaborating with performers, directors, makers and designers - Build a complete understanding of the performance-making process and learn professional skills, sustainable and inclusive practice - Our specialist training in performance technologies prepares you for a range of different roles across live performance - Build a professional portfolio of work alongside extensive opportunities to build a network of industry contacts You will learn practical and critical-thinking skills in preparation for a career in theatre and live event production. The programme is ideal if you identify as an aspiring stage or technical manager, lighting or sound specialist, or all-round production technician. The first year builds core knowledge of technical theatre processes, with key skills developed through workshops, seminars and hands-on projects. Learning is underpinned by industry knowledge, health & safety, and equitable and ethical frameworks. In the second year, you will undertake specialist roles such as show-calling, mixing for musicals or lighting programming, collaborating with peers and visiting professional practitioners. The programme enables flexibility for focusing on a particular area or shifting between disciplines, creating a bespoke learning journey. The third year enables you to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary professional practices through rigorous research, industry placements, and high-responsibility roles on Central’s public productions. Achieving the honors degree demonstrates significant specialist and transferable skills, and also opens the door to potential further study at postgraduate level. Throughout, you will explore the latest industry approaches to inclusive and sustainable working practices, and new technologies in the production environment.

Modules

Students specialise in one aspect of theatre and performance practice, working alongside students from each of the other courses, enabling you to engage with and understand the collaborative work of theatre practice. For detailed module information, see the Course Specification document, available under the 'Course Details' heading on the course page on Central's website: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/stage-management-ba

Assessment method

Emphasis is placed on your own interaction with the challenges and opportunities which the programme provides and you are expected to develop an independent and self-directed approach to your studies and praxis, which will serve you in your continuing professional development. The teaching and learning methods used to enable these outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated are: Studio teaching; Lectures and workshops; Professionals masterclasses; Seminars; Group and one to one tutorials; Online remote sessions; Tutor and peer supervised production work. For detailed assessment information, see the Course Specification document, available under the 'Course Details' heading on the course page on Central's website: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/stage-management-ba

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
W491
Institution code:
C35
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Please refer to guidance available at: https://www.cssd.ac.uk/student-transfer-procedures

International applicants

We welcome applications from overseas candidates. All applications must be made via UCAS. Applicants must attend an in-person interview either in London or at one of our international interview locations. In the past, interviews have been held at venues in New York, San Francisco, Mumbai, Singapore and Sydney. International interview venues and dates will be listed on Central's website once they are confirmed. Applicants who will struggle to attend an in-person interview will be invited to book onto a distance interview, which will take place on Zoom.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

In all cases, grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview and portfolio review. International qualifications and others not covered within the UCAS tariff can also be accepted. Please email [email protected] if you need further clarification. Please note that we make lower offers (including unconditional) to exceptional candidates and those who have alternative or prior experience to offer. All candidates invited to interview are asked to bring a portfolio. Interview and portfolio are key factors in determining which applicants are accepted on to the course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Places on this course can only be offered after successful interview and portfolio review. We will contact you shortly after you have applied to confirm an interview date. You can view the interview and portfolio requirements at the following page on our website: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/content/interview-process-ba-theatre-practice-courses

Portfolio

Places on this course can only be offered after successful interview and portfolio review. We will contact you shortly after you have applied to confirm an interview date. You can view the interview and portfolio requirements at the following page on our website: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/content/interview-process-ba-theatre-practice-courses

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7With no lower than 6.0 in an individual component (ie. Reading, Writing, Listening or Speaking).

English language requirements are outlined on Central's website:

https://www.cssd.ac.uk/english-language-requirements

Student Outcomes

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90%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
International £25200 Year 1
EU £25200 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Please note that the EU fee may not be applicable to students originating from an EU country who have settled/pre-settled status. Other criteria apply. See the gov.uk website for further details. Students who are applying for an equivalent or lower level qualification (ELQ) to one they already possess, will be charged full fees, unless they are exempt. Please see the Office for Students' website for details.

Sponsorship information

https://www.cssd.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-bursaries-awards

Production Technologies and Stage Management at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - UCAS