Placements
The course involves a series of placements , both on University productions and within the industry . Each placement on a University production commences on the first day of rehearsal and runs until the final performance . Industry placements typically run from first rehearsal to opening night . Placements are assessed in the Professional Practice modules 1 and 2 .
Entry requirements
A UK honours degree or equivalent OR significant work experience in live entertainment / events . All shortlisted applicants will be interviewed .
International : This course is currently only open to applicants who do not require a Student Visa .
Other information
Exit awards : MA ( 180 credits )/ PgDip ( 120 credits )/ PgCert ( 60 credits )
Single module study : Not available
Delivery : At QMU , Edinburgh Stage Management School and a range of external locations for professional practice components .
Duration : Up to 18 months . Taught portion of the course runs from the beginning of April to the beginning of September and the dissertation must be submitted within the 18 months .
Start date : April 2021 and April 2022
Application deadline : Start of March 2021 for April 2021 commencement or start of March 2022 for April 2022 commencement . See pages 153-154 for more information on how to apply . This course is highly competitive with limited places and we advise applicants to apply early to be considered .
Class sizes : Normally , there are around six to eight students enrolling on the course each year .
Fees : See pages 160-161
More information : Susan Martin ( smartin @ qmu . ac . uk ), Programme Leader or Admissions ( admissions @ qmu . ac . uk )
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Why QMU ?
This is the only postgraduate course of its kind in Scotland and it is both practical and critically reflective .
You ’ ll enjoy being part of a small cohort of students , working closely and collaboratively with staff who will get to know your strengths and areas for development .
Run in partnership with the Edinburgh Stage Management School , which combines a well-established industry focus with successful graduate employment .
Draw from the hard-won experience of a range of guest lecturers from key cultural organisations and associated industries .