Drama and Theatre (with integrated year in professional practice) at Aberystwyth University

On this degree you will study what theatre has been, explore what it is, and imagine all that it can be. Through an innovative combination of theory and practice, you will develop your skills as a theatre-maker and creative thinker and prepare yourself for work in the creative industries and beyond. The integrated year in professional practice will enable you to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting whilst at the same time develop some key contacts in preparation for your time after graduation.

Theatre asks questions and opens up experimental spaces for things to unfold and happen, all in the excitement of shared time. Supported by internationally-recognised staff with a wide range of expertise, on this degree you will experiment with texts, practices and production work and encounter a wide range of historic and contemporary theatre forms, from scripted drama to site-specific performance and from Shakespeare to experiments in new media. 

Why study Drama and Theatre Studies (with integrated year in professional practice) at Aberystwyth?

• You will be taught and mentored by staff who possess a wealth of expertise in re-search and/or professional theatre-making
• You will take part in two performance or production projects each year.
• You will be part of a vibrant and exciting department where drama, theatre, film, media, scenography and theatre design collide
• You will benefit from our connections with key industry partners, such as National Theatre Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Quarantine Theatre Company, and Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru
• You will have access to superb facilities and resources for practical work: three rehearsal studios, each with flexible technical facilities; 2 large profes-sionally-equipped studios with digital lighting rigs controlled via ETC Congo and Strand Lighting consoles, Yamaha and Soundcraft PAs, Sanyo AV systems and Strand lighting and two NXAMP; and costume and wardrobe facilities
• We have close links with Aberystwyth Arts Centre, one of the largest arts centres in Wales, which regularly presents national and international theatre and dance work

What can I do with a Drama and Theatre Studies degree?

Many of our students have been successful in obtaining employment in these fields:

• Acting and performing
• Directing
• Designing
• Script writing
• Teaching and education
• Arts administration
• Marketing
• Management
• Public Relations

What skills do I gain from this degree?

Students in Drama and Theatre gain the following valuable skills that are sought after by employers. These include the ability to:

• Work effectively in group settings to develop, rehearse and produce live events
• Apply creative, imaginative and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations
• Research, evaluate and organise information
• Structure and communicate ideas effectively in a variety of situations and using a variety of means
• Work independently and with others
• Effectively organise your time and deploy your skills
• Listen to and make use of critical advice
• Be self-motivated and self-disciplined
• Use a range of information technology skills and resources
• Be entrepreneurial in developing cultural projects