MPhil/PhD Drama at Goldsmiths, University of London

Programme overview

Theatre and Performance's research at Goldsmiths embraces a range of global theory and practice in theatre and performance including play-texts, physical practices and critical/cultural theory on which students can draw in their research. Theatre and Performance's research culture is both interdisciplinary and intercultural. It's an ethos reflected across our staff, our programmes and our students.

Faculty: School of Music, English and Theatre | Department: Theatre, Music and Performance | Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

As a research student, you may register either for: Research based on practice with a written element

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard in a related area. You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. Please note, acceptance to a research programme is subject to available staff supervision capacity, students should have two confirmed supervisors before submitting an application. English language: IELTS 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/2027). Home - full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/2027). International - full-time Source

Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://mygoldsmiths.gold.ac.uk/OnlineServices/applications/appModuleList.aspx?id=128000010221960

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