Directing for Stage and Screen MFA (PG)

Directing for Stage and Screen is for those who have a passion for directing for both the live theatre and for onscreen film and television as well those wishing to develop audio-visual elements for the live performance context.<br/><br/>We offer this course at both MA and MFA; the MA is one year and the MFA requires a second year of further study. Please choose which qualification you would like to apply for by selecting your choice at the apply button.<br/><br/>The programme will prepare you for entry into the moving image and theatre industries through the production of work which could be distributed via film festivals and / or theatrical performance. The programme will also act as a base for doctorial study, an academic career or professional work in theatre and film practice.<br/><br/>The focus of the practice-based training offered in the programme is intended to prepare you for work in the exciting and innovative moving image and theatre sectors through high-end technical instruction, development of professional performance and production methodologies, creative writing, performance praxis and stage craft, and an insight into the industrys structures and business models<br/><br/>You will also benefit from the programmes wide networks in the theatre and moving image industry; you may also gain wider industrial film experience via Schema, UELs Student Production Unit. Schema coordinates a variety of film projects with external organisation and is a conduit for internships and work placements.<br/><br/>You will leave the programme with a substantial portfolio of work for both immediate production / screenings and as basis for fundraising for future productions. You will also have learnt a wide range of technical skills, in both production and post-production. You will leave having developed an innovative practice and an understanding of industry.