Venues

Granton Campus

Content

Technical Theatre is a creative and innovative course that will teach you behind-the-scenes of the theatre and live events industry.

Content:

In your first year, explore your creative potential and discover backstage theatre disciplines such as; stage management, props sourcing, scenic painting, professional development, stage sound and lighting operation. You will complete a practical work placement in industry, with a company of your choosing, and you will be able to utilise our established industry connections to aid your decision. You will gain essential experience in working environments and make crucial connections with industry professionals.

Advancing onto your second year you will discover dynamic skills in advanced stage management, advanced lighting, advanced sound, audiovisual studies and prop making. You will oversee and manage the technical departments during PASS theatre shows and mentor the year one students on productions.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview. Portfolio.

Progression Routes

This course may lead to a career in the theatre or further study at degree level.