PDip Drama and Theatre Studies
Course Overview
This world-leading MA in Drama and Theatre Studies at the O’Donoghue Centre offers a unique blend of critical theory and practical theatre-making, allowing you to tailor a programme to your specific career goals. You will be immersed in a vibrant community of scholars and practitioners in Galway, a city renowned for its dynamic arts scene. The course is further distinguished by an exclusive partnership with the internationally acclaimed Druid Theatre Company.
Key Program Highlights
- Exclusive access to the Druid Academy for masterclasses and workshops with a world-renowned theatre company
- Opportunities for professional internships with leading institutions like the Abbey Theatre, Druid, and Rough Magic
- A flexible curriculum with diverse modules in Irish drama, playwriting, applied theatre, and criticism
- Direct engagement with a vibrant theatre scene through partnerships with major festivals and theatres
- Access to unique digital archives, including the Abbey and Gate Theatre collections
Course Overview
This world-leading MA in Drama and Theatre Studies at the O’Donoghue Centre offers a unique blend of critical theory and practical theatre-making, allowing you to tailor a programme to your specific career goals. You will be immersed in a vibrant community of scholars and practitioners in Galway, a city renowned for its dynamic arts scene. The course is further distinguished by an exclusive partnership with the internationally acclaimed Druid Theatre Company.
Key Program Highlights
- Exclusive access to the Druid Academy for masterclasses and workshops with a world-renowned theatre company
- Opportunities for professional internships with leading institutions like the Abbey Theatre, Druid, and Rough Magic
- A flexible curriculum with diverse modules in Irish drama, playwriting, applied theatre, and criticism
- Direct engagement with a vibrant theatre scene through partnerships with major festivals and theatres
- Access to unique digital archives, including the Abbey and Gate Theatre collections
Requirements
Modules
- Critical Methods in Drama, Theatre and Performance
- Dissertation
- Creative Practices in Drama, Theatre and Performance
- Designated Emphasis in Playwriting and Dramaturgy
- Designated Emphasis in Theatre Practice and Production
- Playwriting and Dramaturgy
- Devised Theatre and Performance Methods- Artistic and Socially Engaged
- Creative Producing
- Performance Lab
- Drama and Theatre Studies Work Placement
