Bachelor of Arts with Performing Arts Studies Find out more College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies t + 353 91 493 958 www.nuigalway.ie/arts f + 353 91 495 508 [email protected] (formerly BA with Theatre and Performance). Course Facts CAO Code: GY 115 Course level: 8 Duration: 4 years Entry requirements: Minimum Grade HC3 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at H or O level in the Leaving Certificate including: Irish, English, another language and three other subjects recognised for entry purposes. Additionally you must meet the CAO entry points for the programme. Additional requirements: Students must satisfy Garda Vetting Requirements Minimum entry points 2012: 410 (formally known as Theatre and Performance). Average intake: 15 Course Outline Students in their first year take modules in Performing Arts Studies and in three other subjects from the twenty on offer. In second year students select two of their three other subjects and take two modules in performance. Third year is spent studying theatre and performing arts with professional practitioners or (in the case of language students) abroad. In the fourth year students drop Performing Arts Studies to concentrate on their two degree subjects . What is the BA with Performing Arts Studies about? This programme introduces students to dramatic literature, theatre history, and practical theatre, including acting. The course is practice-based, with much of the teaching done through workshops. Students will benefit from strong links already forged with the theatre community. NUI Galway has a rich tradition in the arts: several of our former students have founded theatre companies locally, nationally and internationally. What subject choices will I have? This specialism is delivered in the timetable of Arts subject group 5 and therefore may not be studied with Sociological and Political Studies, Information Technology, Welsh, or Léann an Aistriúcháin. Students should contact the Course Director for further advice on timetabling and subject choice restrictions and should be aware that some classes will be delivered in the evenings. Please refer to the subject groupings page. What international study opportunities are there? In their third year, students taking a modern language as one their degree subjects combine taking classes in a country where that language is the native tongue with studying the theatrical practice and culture of that European country. Scholarships to universities in America are also available. Students not travelling abroad participate in workshops developed by theatre practitioners and will work with a professional director on a stage production. What further education and career opportunities will I have? The course serves as a foundation for those wishing to pursue the study of practical theatre and/or theatre history. The course also develops students’ abilities in analysis and communication; it builds skills in public speaking, research leadership, and teamwork. Such skills are vital to the creative industries but are transferable to many other forms of employment. An MA in Drama and Theatre is on offer at NUI Galway. Dynamic partnerships NUI Galway has formed a number of very exciting partnerships with prominent creative arts organisations. Performance Art students enjoy a unique opportunity to interact with professional actors, directors and theatre practitioners. Partner organisations include the renowned Druid Theatre Company, the international Galway Arts Festival, and An Taibhdhearc, the National Irish Language theatre. Other local and national partnerships are currently being developed. 17 * For the implications of studying a modern European language please see paragraph titled “Requirements on choosing a Modern Language” on page 3 Course Outline: Year One Theatre Workshop I Theatre Workshop II Theatre History Year Two Acting Techniques and Performance History Styles of Performance Year Three Performing Arts The Theory and Practice of Acting and Directing Practical Theatre Experience Theatre Experience (Abroad) Year Four Students take degree subjects only What students say This programme allows you to make valuable connections between your chosen Arts subjects and theatre whilst developing practical performance skills in several styles of acting , voice, improvisation, directing and an academic aspect with theatre history studies. You will make connections with professionals in the theatre sphere as well as forming close friendships with your fellow classmates and thespians around NUI Galway. Meghan Smyth, BA with Theatre and Performance