PhD Performance and Play
Course Overview
This research degree offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of performance, play, and digital technology. It bridges the gap between the performing arts and videogames through cutting-edge, practice-led research, supported by academic experts with extensive industry experience. Candidates will investigate areas such as experimental practice, extended reality (XR) applications, and audience studies within this dynamic field.
Key Program Highlights
- Interdisciplinary research bridging performing arts and videogames
- Supervision from academic experts with direct games industry experience
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities in the Emergent Technology Centre
- Focus on experimental practice including XR and site-specific performance
- Exploration of contemporary themes like communities of practice and audience studies
Course Overview
This research degree offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of performance, play, and digital technology. It bridges the gap between the performing arts and videogames through cutting-edge, practice-led research, supported by academic experts with extensive industry experience. Candidates will investigate areas such as experimental practice, extended reality (XR) applications, and audience studies within this dynamic field.
Key Program Highlights
- Interdisciplinary research bridging performing arts and videogames
- Supervision from academic experts with direct games industry experience
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities in the Emergent Technology Centre
- Focus on experimental practice including XR and site-specific performance
- Exploration of contemporary themes like communities of practice and audience studies
