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Overview
Key Features
This Theatre and Performance course from Scottish Universities' International Summer School combines academic study with practical engagement. Students attend lectures by leading scholars, participate in daily seminars exploring dramatic texts and interpretive strategies, and take part in hands-on workshops delivered by Playwrights’ Studio Scotland, the country’s only dedicated organisation for playwright development. In addition, students enjoy access to festival events, including performances and readings by acclaimed theatre practitioners.
Programme Structure
Course offers:
Daily Seminars – Small-group discussions led by SUISS tutors, focusing on dramatic texts and approaches to interpretation.
Workshops – Interactive sessions with distinguished academics, theatre practitioners, and critics, blending theory and practice.
Lectures – Select Scottish Literature lectures to deepen critical understanding of dramatic texts within broader literary contexts.
Panel Discussion – A thought-provoking conversation with leading playwrights and directors, hosted as part of the Edinburgh International Festival.
Festival Performances – Admission to one private performance and two major shows at the International Festival and the Fringe, plus free time to explore additional performances independently.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 14 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed application form
- One reference letter, either from an academic institution or an employer familiar with your work, and who can certify your fluency in English and speak to your abilities as a student
- Passport-style photo
- Supporting documents: If you are applying for a scholarship, please include a letter demonstrating why you are an excellent candidate for a scholarship
- You should also ensure you have sufficient funds in your account to make a £100 deposit (scholarship applications exempt)
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1553 GBP / full≈ 1553 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1553 GBP / full≈ 1553 GBP / full
Living costs
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
725 - 1167 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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