Musical Theatre (Musical Directing)

Entry requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold an appropriate undergraduate degree, or its overseas equivalent, in a subject area relevant to the demands of the programme.

English language requirements

The language of study is English. Applicants who first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of proficiency in English. We accept the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Level 7.5 (with a score of 7.5 in speaking) is required.

Full details of the English language tests and equivalencies we accept can be found on our English Language Requirements page.

Months of entry

September

Course content

We want to work with aspiring musical directors on this exciting MA in Musical Directing at Scotland’s national conservatoire. By allowing each student to choose their individual path, focus is placed on tailoring learning through each Project and Production process. Opportunities will be given for each student to explore and challenge their values and passions within theatre, supported with mentorship and guidance from experienced practitioners.

The programme is designed to offer elevated levels of guidance through the initial projects with both industry and pastoral mentorship. As the projects shift in scale and creative scope, each student will have the opportunity to grow into a fully autonomous and creative practitioner.

One-to-one classes focusing on Keyboard, Conducting, Scoring & Arranging, Voice, Sound Work and Artist in Development are designed to give you space and guidance to build your knowledge and skill as a musician. Focus will be placed on the consolidation of previous skills and the opportunity to progress into new areas with a fresh and renewed insight.

Project work is designed to offer a safe, explorative space for each Musical Director to synthesis their skills. Through these projects, each student will be mentored in building a process which reflects their values and passions as a practitioner.

The final term culminates in the last focus of the programme, an Industry Workshops Series. This module is designed to allow each student an opportunity to synthesis all the learning gained through the programme. The workshops series will offer opportunity to prepare and workshops 4 varying stylistic areas, each with a different balance of skills.

The initial workhops will be supported with skills classes before autonomy and creativity are encouraged as the focus is placed on working with key invited industry practitioners. Space and time will be given to allow for elevated levels of preparation and opportunity to collaborate on material at the highest level prior to moving into employment.

Information for international students

For information regarding international applications please refer to our dedicated student page.

Fees and funding

Assessment