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Queen's University Belfast
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Queen's University Belfast

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Undergraduate 2027

Undergraduate 2025

BA | Undergraduate

Drama

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Entry year : Academic Year 2027/28

Entry requirements : BBB

Attendance : 3 years (Full-time) \

UCAS Code : W400

This programme offers a lively approach to the study of Drama, integrating practical exploration with research-based learning to advance both creative practice and critical inquiry. We offer students an industry-responsive, interdisciplinary education, with many opportunities to connect with industry professionals through guest lectures, workshops, placement experiences and through attending professional theatre productions. Through embodied learning, students will have the chance to engage with a broad sweep of historical and contemporary theatre analysis with specialist modules in, for example, contemporary performance, Irish studies and post-conflict drama, all celebrating the richness and diversity of theatre-making across the island of Ireland. \ \ Teaching and research are also strong in the areas of applied theatre and theatre in education, acting theory and practice, with opportunities to explore the interdisciplinarity of theatre across diverse fields such as medical science, psychology, geography, architecture, and social science. In short, the programme aims to enable students to explore the social, cultural, and political dimensions of this vital artform. \ \ The Drama team is deeply committed to student support and pastoral care, guiding learners through the transition to higher education and offering sustained career-focused advice and training throughout the programme. This holistic approach ensures that graduates are not only equipped with advanced academic and practical skills but also prepared to contribute meaningfully to the professional theatre landscape and beyond.

Drama Studies at Queen's builds on the remarkable heritage of Drama in Northern Ireland, as represented by its internationally acclaimed playwrights.

Course highlights

Global Opportunities

Students can access a range of international opportunities during their degree programme – both as year-long international exchanges and shorter learning opportunities and visits.

Drama at Queen’s has unparalleled links with the professional theatre sector and collaborates extensively with leading arts organisations and theatre companies, such as the Lyric Theatre, Prime Cut Productions, Kabosh, Tinderbox and Bruiser, as well as with the Belfast Festival and the Linen Hall Library. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a work-based learning module in Year 3.

World Class Facilities

Lots of teaching happens in the Brian Friel Theatre, which is one of the best-equipped theatres in Belfast with a 120-seat studio theatre, rehearsal room, dressing rooms, green room and workshop all housed in the Drama and Film Centre which also includes the Queen’s Film Theatre.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/sites/BrianFrielTheatre/

Internationally Renowned Experts

Our staff expertise encompasses both professional and scholarly aspects of drama and theatre practice, with many of our team acknowledged internationally as experts in their fields. You will learn from experts in Irish and British theatre, Shakespearean and Restoration theatre, applied theatre practices, global and intercultural theatre, dance and movement, writing and directing.

Student Experience

Extracurricular performance opportunities are offered by the Tyrone Guthrie Society and the student Drama Society, which have taken productions to student festivals in Ireland and the UK. Productions have also been taken to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and to festivals in Belgium and Italy.

Further Study Opportunities

Further study, including Master’s programmes, is also an option; see the School website for further information.

I’ve found my time studying at QUB (BA Drama and English) deeply rewarding. My course’s varied module content gave me the opportunity to broaden my horizons by exploring new topics, and to discover new areas of interest. For example, 'Contemporary Performance' prompted me to take greater interest in my local theatre scene. I enjoy the balance struck between rigorous academic challenge and the additional structure, guidance, and support received from lecturers, tutors, and the broader resources available to students. I feel grateful to have found such a safe and helpful academic environment at QUB, and to feel comfortable learning and growing alongside my peers with help from the university’s staff.\ \ Nicole Lim, BA Drama & English

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my 3 years at QUB. I have had the opportunity to work on a multitude of different projects acting as a director, writer, and performer. I feel that the wealth of experiences makes me a well-rounded theatre maker and I feel prepared to enter the working world in the years ahead. This year, I took part in the Solo Performance module. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to everyone’s stories and watching the final performances. I feel that QUB created a safe space for artists to explore different avenues of performance and develop their skills as an individual and as part of groups. I have also loved being a part of the QUB Society Players where I have been able to take part in many performances both on stage and off. Belfast is an exciting city with a very diverse theatre scene."\ \ Lucy Walton, BA Drama

"I wanted to have a mixture of practical and academic work that would delve deeper into the subject I am most passionate about, as well as moving to a completely new place and Queen’s ticked both those boxes. Belfast has been great, it feels very relaxed and friendly, and everything is easily walkable. Some of my favourite things so far are the independent cafés and restaurants and the abundance of charity shops - not to mention the Botanic Gardens and Ormeau Park. Even with the pandemic, I have been a part of three productions this year with Queen’s University Players - in both acting and directorial positions - ranging from plays written by society members to Oscar Wilde. The people and the general atmosphere of the society have been fabulous and have really made my time at Queen’s so far."\ \ Elena Pearson, BA Drama

I’ve found my time studying at QUB (BA Drama and English) deeply rewarding. My course’s varied module content gave me the opportunity to broaden my horizons by exploring new topics, and to discover new areas of interest. For example, 'Contemporary Performance' prompted me to take greater interest in my local theatre scene. I enjoy the balance struck between rigorous academic challenge and the additional structure, guidance, and support received from lecturers, tutors, and the broader resources available to students. I feel grateful to have found such a safe and helpful academic environment at QUB, and to feel comfortable learning and growing alongside my peers with help from the university’s staff.\ \ Nicole Lim, BA Drama & English

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my 3 years at QUB. I have had the opportunity to work on a multitude of different projects acting as a director, writer, and performer. I feel that the wealth of experiences makes me a well-rounded theatre maker and I feel prepared to enter the working world in the years ahead. This year, I took part in the Solo Performance module. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to everyone’s stories and watching the final performances. I feel that QUB created a safe space for artists to explore different avenues of performance and develop their skills as an individual and as part of groups. I have also loved being a part of the QUB Society Players where I have been able to take part in many performances both on stage and off. Belfast is an exciting city with a very diverse theatre scene."\ \ Lucy Walton, BA Drama

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