Theatre Studies is a relatively new academic discipline now offered in many universities around the world. This discipline supports the study and research of all subjects relating to theatre, including drama and performance. One of the essential questions that Theatre Studies asks is "what is theatre?" By addressing this question students engage in both a theoretical and practical understanding of the cultural significance of theatre, providing them with a sound foundation for a professional career in the theatre and performing arts industry.
Theatre Studies at UEL offers a unique study into theatre, drama and performance within both a local and a global context. The programme is developing strong links with local theatres, such as the Theatre Royal Stratford East and the Hackney Empire, while at the same time pursuing an unashamedly internationalist approach to the study of theatre and theatre practice.
The programme is delivered at the Docklands Campus and Stratford Circus - a purpose-built performance venue at the heart of Stratford's new Cultural Quarter.
This enables our students to work in a professional performance environment alongside theatre and dance companies within a range of modern rehearsal and performance spaces.
'World Theatre' forms an essential area of study at each level (or year) of the degree as students are encouraged to view the work of current practitioners by taking account of recent trends and developments in intercultural performance and performance theory. Both plays written in and translated into are studied on the programme and practical performances are built into modules over the three years of study. The programme is developing a close relationship with our partner institution Columbia College in Chicago and single-honours students will take a semester in Chicago to study theatre during their second year.
While Theatre Studies at UEL takes account of the rich history of theatre and theatre-making, the emphasis of the programme, particularly with the practical modules, is on embedding current practice within an international context.
For an explanation of qualifications, have a look at our IAG page on this site www.creativeway.org.uk/quals. There are a limited number of places for the Theatre Studies (International) programme. Only students who successfully complete the first 3 semesters (at the first attempt) of the Theatre Studies programme will be considered for the International route.
The Selection process will start in Semester A of Level 2.
A Progression Agreement is a formal arrangement between two or more
education providers. It spells out what a learner needs to do to be
considered for a place on a named programme of study. Progression Agreements
may vary in the conditions they specify but they all aim to give guaranteed
pathways into higher education.
Advice on courses and careers:-
The Creative Way IAG team provides a specialist service for anyone
interested in finding out about courses and careers in the creative and
cultural industries. We can provide information direct to Students,
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To find out more, visit our IAG page on this site on
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m.ball@uel.ac.uk or Sarah
Comerford 07515 051509
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