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Technical Theatre and Performance Design at University of Derby - UCAS

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University of Derby has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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23Nov
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate
11Jan
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

This interdisciplinary course develops technical and creative skills across a wide range of theatre and performance production styles - exploring the collaborative relationship between performers, designers and technicians, mirroring industry practice. KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE 

  • The course is delivered alongside Derby Theatre – the UK’s only professional producing and learning theatre.
  • Work alongside professional designers, directors, technicians, and performers in a professional Producing Theatre
  • Work to speculative and live briefs, think critically about theatre and performance and develop your personal identity as a practitioner
  • Programme aligns with current technological advances that have shifted the creative and technical approaches to the Theatre and performance Industry
  • Explore the potential of theatre and performance in both text-based productions and expanding practices
HOW YOU’LL LEARN: Teaching is through a combination of practice-led, studio-based exercises, workshops, performances and lecture or seminar activity. You will learn from expert lecturers who are also practising artists, as well as from theatre professionals based at Derby Theatre and visiting companies and lecturers. There will also be the opportunity to take part in masterclass residencies and engage in a variety of field trips. You will have the opportunity to learn by working within your own student-led theatre company with full professional technical support and mentoring. The work will be underpinned by the professional production programme of Derby Theatre. HOW YOU ARE ASSESSED Assessment is through a range of methods including written coursework, presentations, creative portfolios, assessed rehearsals, practical workshops and public performance. CAREERS Due to the transferable nature of the skills you’ll learn, such as verbal and written communication, critical analysis, independent thought and problem solving, you'll be suitably positioned for a range of roles upon graduating. In recent years, our own graduates have entered into a variety of careers, including:
  • Teaching
  • Libraries
  • Museums and archives
  • Accountancy
  • Banking
  • Retail and commercial management
  • Human resources
  • Marketing
STUDY OPTIONS:  On the Joint Honours programme, there are different pathways of study available. You can often study both subjects equally or choose to major in a subject. Please view the course page on our website for more information on pathways. 

How to apply

You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2024.

If you already have a 2024 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.

31Jan

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:
W443
Institution code:
D39
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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45%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £14900 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £14900 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

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Technical Theatre and Performance Design at University of Derby - UCAS