The MA Theatre & Performative Practices at University College Cork is designed for aspiring theatre artists and practitioners who view performance as a vital form of embodied intelligence and a powerful tool for engaging with the complexities of our world. This postgraduate programme offers a dynamic and supportive environment for those seeking to create and critically examine innovative, cutting-edge work. You will explore theatre and performance as strategies for world-making and social change, grounded in both rigorous practice and theoretical understanding. This MA is ideal for individuals ready to develop their unique creative instincts within a challenging research context.
Studied full-time on campus over one year, this Master's degree immerses you in advanced theatre and performative practices, composition, and the essential business skills for the arts sector. You will engage in practical modules like Advanced Theatre Practice or Applied Theatre, culminating in a significant practice research project or dissertation. This hands-on approach ensures you develop a deep understanding of performative production or process. Upon graduation, you will be equipped with the flexible, empowered skillset to pursue diverse career pathways in theatre, performance, and related creative industries.