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PostgraduateMA

Applied Theatre

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£23,850Per Year (Intl)
£12,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in combined and general studies with the MA Applied Theatre at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Applied theatre at Central is highly regarded internationally as a world leader with the largest number of specialist teaching staff in the field. This course is aimed at those interested in developing current practice of using theatre and drama in community and education settings, or of using theatre and drama with people whose lives have been affected by the criminal justice system. The MA Applied Theatre encourages investigation into the possibilities and contradictions of drama and theatre practice as transformative and rehabilitative, and engages practically and critically with a range... International tuition fees are £23,850 per year, home/UK fees are £12,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, and a 94% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Theatre and Social Change
Applied Drama in Community Settings
Drama and Criminal Justice
Theories of Transformative Practice
Theatre Education and Pedagogy
Research Methods in Applied Theatre
Professional Practice and Placement
Critical Issues in Applied Theatre
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,850

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£23,850

Home Student Fee

£12,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working
10%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
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About Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London offers Applied Theatre as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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