Stage Management and Technical Theatre
BA (Hons)
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 45 graduates of Stage Management and Technical Theatre BA (Hons) at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Drama & Theater
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £18888 | £17931 | £21753 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £14919 - £22955 | £12598 - £22386 | £15916 - £27274 |
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Course Description
Intensive training in stage management and theatre technology Career preparation for backstage work in theatre, with extensive transferable skills for the live events industry Collaborate with teams of designers, makers, performers, technicians, engineers and artists Discover the theories, processes and practices that underpin contemporary performance and production arts
As a Stage Management and Technical Theatre* student, you will learn hands-on skills and techniques that will prepare you for a career in theatre production; whether you are aspiring to become a multi-skilled theatre maker, or build specialist abilities such as rigging, prop sourcing, technical drawing or show-calling. Building on core knowledge of stage management, stage technologies, lighting, and sound, the flexible course structure then enables you to tailor your learning experiences to suit your ambitions.
Throughout the course, you will expand your contextual and critical understanding of performance making, through examining and challenging ideas, theories and issues within the contemporary society and creative industries.
In the final year, you have opportunity to undertake placements to further build your network of contacts, as well as exploring and understanding up-to-the-minute challenges, projects and developments in the sector.
You will be encouraged to make strong connections within the industry, which will expand your learning and support your transition from education to full-time employment. Throughout the course you will engage with professional networks and our alumni community. This will help you focus your learning towards the areas of the entertainment industry that interest you.
*Lesson plan subject to confirmation.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Stage Management and Technical Theatre, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Stage Management and Technical Theatre BA (Hons) at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
| 30% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 15% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Other Educational Professionals |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Design occupations |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview.
An overall Pass (D or E) is acceptable for admission. Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview.
Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview.
An overall Pass is acceptable for admission. Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview.
Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview.
In all cases, grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview and portfolio review. International qualifications and others not covered within the UCAS tariff can also be accepted. Please email [email protected] if you need further clarification. Please note that we make lower offers (including unconditional) to exceptional candidates and those who have alternative or prior experience to offer. All candidates invited to interview are asked to bring a portfolio. Interview and portfolio are key factors in determining which applicants are accepted on to the course.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Stage Management and Technical Theatre, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
About Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama is a member of Conservatoires UK, located in the Swiss Cottage area in the city of London. Prospective students can expect to find professional drama and music facilities, as well as faculty members with extensive experience working in their respective fields. The city of London is known for being expensive to live in, but also for the opportunities that it provides socially and academically.
Student composition of Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 670
- postgraduates:
- 325
- Total:
- 995
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- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
