Drama at Bath Spa is founded on collaboration, creativity and contemporary professional practice. Now, you can pursue your passion for performance writing on this specialist course, which is underpinned by an established Drama programme.
You´ll learn the rules and techniques of playwriting, developing your writing skills and voice through a variety of different approaches and in relation to a variety of genres and dramaturgical contexts.
At the same time, you´ll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of complementary topics including performance and media, Shakespeare, musical theatre and theatre and politics, that will provide a strong understanding of Drama and its place in the world today.
Through a series of progressive modules, you´ll learn the principles of playwriting within a variety of genres and contexts. Core modules will give you a grounding in key knowledge and skills, and you´ll select the remainder of your studies from a range of topics, allowing you to create a programme of study that suits your dramatic passions and ambitions.
During your studies, you’ll be encouraged to collaborate with local companies, venues and educational and cultural institutions. You’ll be given the opportunity to work with industry professionals, writers, actors, directors and theatre practitioners from across the many fields of theatre and performance.
On graduating, you´ll be equipped with writing, presentational, communication and collaborative skills that are valued in many professional and vocational areas.