Theatre and Creative Writing, BA (Hons), with industry placement

The Theatre and Creative Writing BA at Brunel University is designed for those eager to explore theatre's historical and contemporary depth while nurturing their creative writing interests. Students develop practical skills in areas such as acting, directing, applied drama, physical theatre, digital performance, musical theatre, and playwriting, alongside exploring writing styles like journalism, screenwriting, comedy, short stories, and the modern novel. The programme also builds knowledge of theatre concepts, models, and literary themes and techniques from past and present authors.As part of a vibrant community of creative students, artists, and academics, learners collaborate on projects and benefit from Brunel's Antonin Artaud Performance Centre, featuring theatres, studios, and rehearsal spaces that host events like Arts@Artaud nights. Opportunities include guest lectures, trips to London's West End, and a work placement year with organisations such as Park Theatre or Unicorn Theatre. Sample modules include Screenwriting, Gender as Performance, Musical Theatre Makers, Fiction, and Writing Genre. For full details, visit the Brunel website.

Sample Modules: Screenwriting, Gender as Performance, Musical Theatre Makers, Fiction, Writing Genre. To view the full list of modules for this course and further information on degree content, please visit the Brunel website: brunel.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/Theatre-and-Creative-Writing-BA