The BA in Drama at Cardiff Metropolitan University introduces you to a range of theatre genres, playwrights and practitioners using both textual and practical exploration. You will be encouraged to consider the influences from which theatre is made, experiment with performance styles and analyse theatre practice. In addition you have the opportunity to develop your own skills as a theatre maker, as both performer and director.Ê

You will also explore how drama can be applied to a range of community and educational settings, which will complement your work-based placement in year two.?

On completion of the course there are various options available to you. You may wish to continue your academic study or pursue a career.

Employability and Careers:

Academic routes include:

  • Apply for post-graduate study in acting, directing and community theatre
  • Secondary PGCE Drama Course at Cardiff Met
  • Primary PGCE Course a Cardiff Met

Career options include:Ê

  • Associate posts with established theatre/arts companies (eg. Education officer, marketing and administration)
  • Setting up of own community arts projects
  • Graduate entry positions in a range of industries.Ê