BA (Hons) Theatre and Arts Management

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

With this BA in Theatre and Arts Management, you will investigate theatre as a live event, as dramatic text, and in its historical contexts, as well as understand the business of the creative and cultural industries. You will be based in the heart of London’s vibrant arts and cultural scene.

You will explore theatre histories and theories in depth alongside the many ways in which it is possible to tell stories. You will gain a crucial understanding of:

how creative organizations work

how cultural policy is implemented

the role of audience development and curatorial practice.

Graduates can pursue career paths in theatre, creative writing, journalism, education, media production, and the creative arts. Possible professions include:

author

journalist

arts administrator

charity officer

theatre director

higher education lecturer.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

16020, (INT)


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