Stage Management and Technical Theatre
BA (Hons)
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama

Key Course Facts
Course Description
BA (Hons) Stage Management and Technical Theatre is a three year full-time undergraduate course. The programme combines extensive training in core technical skills, sound and lighting design, and the full range of stage management skills.
According to their individual interests and career goals, students gain a broad practical experience in a range of technical and production roles. As part of the Richard Burton Company, they are responsible for fifteen shows each year, ranging from small scale tours of specially commissioned new plays through to main stage musicals. The College’s artistic programme also offers opportunities to work on music concerts, opera productions, in-house events and festivals.
For more information, please see our website: http://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/stageman
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Stage Management and Technical Theatre, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Qualification requirements
Applicants will be selected for interview on the basis of the information provided on the UCAS application form. Following an interview, conditions of any subsequent offers made are determined by academic staff, depending on the individual applicants' qualifications and the interview process. The College accepts many different level 3 qualifications including A-Levels, Scottish Highers, BTEC National Diploma/Certificate, WBQ, International Baccalaureate, Advanced GNVQ, AVCE or Advanced Diploma (Level 3) as well as recognised international qualifications. Any conditions set are made on grades not UCAS tariff points.
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
Tuition Fees Stage Management and Technical Theatre BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £22505 | year 1 |
International | £22505 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Average student cost of living in the UK
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)
About Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama is a performance arts college with conservatoire status, found in the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Undergraduate students have the chance to study subjects like Jazz, Acting, and Stage Management under the guidance of veteran teaching staff who have all worked extensively in their particular field. Those students who intend on studying at the Postgraduate level will find an uncommonly large range of subject options to explore. No matter what you intend to study here, the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama has a well earned reputation in the industry, and prepares all of its students to an exceptional standard.
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