Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Design for Theatre and Live Performance

This program helps to explore all aspects of contemporary design practice for theatre and the live performance, including set and costume design; construction; digital technologies and design; lighting design and audio visual; site-specific design; puppetry; heritage installation; and design for community and education. The course is facilitated by the highly skilled team of staff and technicians who have years of professional and academic knowledge. The student's have the opportunity to complete a work experience placement of up to a year in length. Dependent on the duration of their placement, they could gain an additional Diploma or Certificate in Professional Practice. This course is a member of the Performance Design Education Collective (PDEC), and the Society of British Theatre Designers (SBTD). Through these, we are also a member of the International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians (OISTAT). Work on live projects with industry such as The National Theatre, Delfont Mackintosh, The National Trust and Nottingham Playhouse. They can also enter competitions set by organisations such as The National Theatre’s Connections festival, and the Linbury Prize. Go on study visits for inspiration, research, and experience, including live performances, museums and heritage and educational organisations. The students can also apply for a European or international exchange to one of our partner institutions, such as Ryerson University in Canada.