Overview
With a focus on the latest technology, allowing you to explore the full range of stage, screen, audio and intermedial possibilities, with this MA in Performance and Digital Media from Bucks New University you’ll gain hands-on experience which can help kick-start your career in this fast-paced and diverse industry.
Why study this subject?
Performance and digital media is a global industry with a rich history in entertainment and innovation. To stand out in this sector you must stay current and extend you knowledge with an ever-changing society. On this course you’ll explore these topics, experiment with lots of ideas and learn about how contemporary practitioners and writers create and understand performance.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
With a track-record of producing industry-ready alumni, BNU is the perfect place for you to kick-start your career.
As part of the Art, Design and Performance School at BNU, you’ll benefit from a practiced-based course, supported by contextual studies. You’ll also have the opportunity to work collaboratively across the university with other courses, ensuring during your studies you are building a varied network, like you would in the real world. Previous joint projects have seen students working with film and TV production and audio and music students.
We’ll support you to find an approach to performance and digital media that’s uniquely yours and alongside this set you up with the real-world skills you need to secure work when you graduate.
What are my career prospects?
Throughout your time with us we’ll support you on the route to your chosen career. We’ll help you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders.
The MA Performance and Digital Media will prepare you for a wide range of roles in the performing arts industry, such as;
- creative performer in theatre, performance, film and digital media
- arts management
- performance practitioner in a wider industry role (for example radio performance, creative producing, video / film making)
- Playwright
- Screenwriter
- Performance Company owner
- creative educator.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Practice
- Creative Explorations: Development and Reflection
- Creative Explorations: Production
- Creative Impact
- Interrogating Performance
- Residency: Contemporary Contexts
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Typically there are no deadlines at Buckinghamshire New University, however it is recommend to apply sooner rather than later.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Typically 2:1 or above in a Media or Performing Arts related field, and/or experience in the performing arts sector (in its widest sense, from performance to design, video production, teaching and leadership).
- All students will be required to attend an interview and give a presentation on their relevant experience. Students will be required to work to a high level in both practical and academic work.
- We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and experiences and are prepared to consider students with relevant experience in addition to the above typical profile.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents16280 GBP / year≈ 16280 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents11420 GBP / year≈ 11420 GBP / year
Living costs
High Wycombe
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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