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Design, and Creative and Performing Arts

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iPhD

  • Overview
  • Application Timeline
  • Tuition
  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
  • Subject Area Information
  • Career
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Overview

East 15 Acting School offers PhD opportunities in Drama and Performance, allowing students to engage deeply with theatre and performance research. Students can choose between traditional thesis assessments or practice-based research. The program emphasizes collaboration with industry professionals and access to facilities across two campuses.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. June 24, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£4,786N/A
Northern Ireland£4,786N/A
Scotland£4,786N/A
Wales£4,786N/A
Channel Islands£4,786N/A
Republic of Ireland£4,786N/A
EU£18,750N/A
International£18,750N/A

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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About

Overview

Undertaking a PhD at East 15 Acting School allows for in-depth engagement with drama, theatre, or performance at an advanced level, supported by a strong research profile and quality.

PhD Paths of Enquiry

Students can choose between two main PhD programs:

  • PhD in Drama and Performance: Assessed through a thesis and viva voce examination.
  • PhD Drama and Performance (Practice as Research): Assessed through practice as research, a contextualising thesis, and a viva voce examination.

Areas of Expected Practice

Key areas include:

  • Theatre directing
  • Dramaturgy
  • Actor training
  • Design
...

Subject Area Information

Drama as a course discipline encompasses the study and practice of theatrical performance, including acting, directing, playwriting, and stagecraft. This field is rich with history, theory, and practical application, offering students a comprehensive understanding of the art form and its various components.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Drama

  • 2. Acting Techniques

  • 3. Playwriting

  • 4. Directing for the Stage

  • 5. Stagecraft and Design

  • 6. Theater History and Criticism

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Performance Skills
  • Creative Writing
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Leadership and Collaboration

Career

A discipline in drama offers a diverse and enriching education, blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Students emerge with a versatile skill set, prepared for various careers in the performing arts and beyond.

Potential Professions
  • Actor

    Performing in theater, film, television, or voice-over work.

  • Playwright

    Writing scripts for stage productions, films, or television.

  • Director

    Overseeing the artistic vision of a production, whether in theater, film, or television.

  • Stage Manager

    Coordinating all aspects of a theater production, ensuring smooth operations during rehearsals and performances.

  • Set Designer

    Creating the physical environment for a production, working closely with directors and other designers.

  • Drama Teacher/Educator

    Teaching drama in schools, colleges, or private institutions, inspiring the next generation of theater artists.

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