Master of Performing Arts

This postgraduate course is for people who wish to deepen their grasp of performance disciplines such as theatre, dance and music. It looks at how the arts are theorised, recorded historically and practised while encouraging learners to refine their craft, think critically and try fresh approaches. Teaching mixes coursework with practical training and opportunities to perform. Students study performance techniques, dramatic literature and theatre history, and they join rehearsals, productions and group projects. Study by semester also includes site visits, training in industry and project work. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant area, for example performing arts, theatre, dance or music. Graduates may become actors, dancers, musicians, choreographers, directors, playwrights, arts administrators or educators, or work in film and television.