Course Summary

Are you interested in working behind the scenes in theatre, learning your trade in sound, lighting, and scenic construction, as well as production and stage management? Based at The Arden School of Theatre this HND in Technical Theatre and Production Arts will provide you with the skills necessary to enter the exciting world of technical theatre. Initially you will concentrate on operational level skills, including sound, lighting, and scenic construction, before moving into design and stage management in your second year. You will also have the opportunity to work alongside our performing arts degree students on their final productions, working with top creative directors from the industry on real life projects whilst being mentored by industry specialists. The Arden School of Theatre immerses you into a community of theatre makers, performers, and creatives; helping you to achieve and be the best you can be. We also enjoy strong relationships with local theatres including Contact Theatre, The Royal Exchange, 53Two, and Hope Mill Theatre.

Course Details - Modules

Examples of current modules- Year 1- The Performing Arts Industry Professional Development Production Communication Stagecraft Lighting Operation Sound Operation Scenic Construction Costume Construction Year 2- Creative-Research Project Working in the Performing Arts Industry Management Role Lighting Design Set Design Sound Design Stage Management

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment will be largely portfolio based, through ongoing coursework against each of the modules. There will be varying assessment methods which will include presentations, formal written reports, portfolios that will showcase a variety of creative products.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: W540

Institution code: M10

Campus Name: City Campus Manchester

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

in a related subject area

We strongly recommend that all applicants have GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades A*-C or level 9-4

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

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Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

There may be material costs relating to the creative requirements of the course for the development of your creative projects should you wish to, however this is not essential. You will need resources to develop portfolios in physical and digital formats to showcase work. A laptop/mac would be beneficial. Depending on your creative ideas the costs of producing the work necessary for the course can range from £50-£100.

Provider information

Ashton Old Road
Openshaw
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Manchester
M11 2WH

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