Overview
About the course
Running over two years, this course nurtures new generations of exceptional learning disabled and autistic performers and theatre makers. The Performance Making Diploma gives artists the training, time and space they need to develop their work in an accessible and supportive environment.
Training is bespoke, delivered with students’ individual needs in mind, with tutors who understand Access All Areas’ methodologies for creating bold, innovative devised work by learning disabled performers. Students are encouraged to consider their own needs and wellbeing throughout the course, supported and guided by an experienced team of access professionals.
This Performance Making Diploma for Learning Disabled and Autistic Adults course is run in partnership with learning disabled theatre company, Access All Areas. The course normally takes place at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, in London.
Programme Structure
Course content:
- Working with leading industry professionals, you will create your own performances in different contemporary styles
- You will have the opportunity to think about the type of work you want to make after graduation, and will study with leading acting, casting, voice and movement tutors, developing your skills as actors
- All training is co-led by an experienced learning disabled tutor
- On graduation, you will gain a Level 2 qualification in Performance Making, and will receive personalised exit strategies to guide you through the next steps in your careers
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
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.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The course is open to anyone over the age of 18 who identifies as learning disabled or autistic. There is no upper age limit.
- Applicants do not need to hold any existing qualifications to apply.
- Applicants should have some experience in theatre and performance and an interest in pursuing a career as a professional artist.
- There is no minimum or maximum level of experience; previous students have joined us having only been in school plays, or having already worked professionally in theatre, film and television.
- We are interested in meeting emerging artists of all levels of experience who are excited about making their own work, and who want to develop their skills further.
Tuition Fee
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International
400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 400 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 400 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
- The course is free for students. However, most students will pay a £400 admin fee per year.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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