The Drama Studies BA (Hons) at University College Dublin is designed for students passionate about exploring theatre and performance through both scholarly inquiry and practical application. You will delve into the rich history and diverse practices of theatre and performance, engaging with current theoretical methods and analytical approaches. This programme is ideal if you seek a comprehensive education that balances academic rigour with hands-on creative tasks, covering a broad spectrum of historical, national, and international traditions in theatre and performance.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, offering a dynamic learning experience. You will attend lectures, tutorials, and workshops, participate in group projects, and undertake independent study, building fundamental theoretical and practical skills in years one and two. In your final year, you will have the opportunity to pursue specialised interests through options like a Performance Project, involving ensemble production with a professional director, or a Research Project with individual staff supervision. You will graduate with a deep understanding of performance genres and the critical and creative abilities to pursue a career in the arts or related fields.