MLitt Theatre & Performance Practices at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

An MLitt for developing your own theatre and performance practice in a critically informed context, covering practices such as contemporary devising. It includes mentoring by professional practitioners and a practice-as-research project.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

A mix of core and optional courses (an option from across the College of Arts & Humanities or a work placement) covering research methods in theatre and performance, dramaturgy and contemporary practice, concluding with a Practice as Research Project that can be a major performance or an in-depth written study.

Career pathways

Suited to practitioners developing their practice, graduates planning careers in theatre making, and those seeking a foundation for PhD study and academic careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject; a 2.2 may be considered. Substantial relevant experience may replace formal qualifications, supported by a personal statement. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (other accepted tests listed by the university; tests must be taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (Home & RUK) Source

International applicants: GBP 27,390 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (International & EU) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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