Program Overview
The Dramatic Writing - Drama Centre London at University of the Arts London is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Dramatic Writing - Drama Centre London programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 11,510 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dramatic Writing - Drama Centre London programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The Course is of 60 weeks in duration, arranged across two academic years that consist of 6 terms of 10 weeks.
- MADW is credit rated at 180 credits and is comprised of two Units: Unit 1 (60 credits) for the first 20 weeks of the Course followed by Unit 2 (120 credits) that runs for the remaining 40 weeks.
- Both units must be passed in order to achieve the MA, but the classification of the award of MA derives from your mark for Unit 2 only.
- Unit 1: Writing Skills
- The opportunity to learn craft in all five forms of dramatic writing \x96 theatre, film, television, radio and digital media
- The opportunity to work on industry commissions and projects, building up experience, connections and a track record of work \x96 see the industry collaborations and projects section for information on past projects
- The opportunity to propose your own project to complete your unit one apprenticeship - this could be a placement or your project you wish to pursue with an industry partner
- Unit 2: The Writer\x92s Voice and Vision
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry to MA Dramatic Writing requires you to have:
- an Honours degree; or
- evidence of experiential learning equivalent to an Honours degree;or
- 3 years relevant professional experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,510 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,510 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Arts London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London
London, England
The University of the Arts London (UAL) is a public collegiate university in London, England, United Kingdom. It specialises in arts, design, fashion, and the performing arts. The university is a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months