Creative Drama & Theatre Arts - Theatre Performance
The Theatre Performance course provides a training in core performance skills.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.
Entry Requirements
1. Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
2. All applicants will be required to attend an interview
3. An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Our Career Network
Graduates may pursue careers in:
• Acting
• Theatre Production
• Arts Administration
• Community Arts
• Workshop Facilitation
• Teaching
• Theatre Writing
Further Studies
Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the QQI Level 5 Award will be eligible to apply for the QQI Level 6 Award but also has a large choice of Diploma and Degree course options through the CAO System, See our progression/ links document on HYPERLINK “https://kinsalecampus.ie/links” www.kinsalecollege.ie/links for more details.
CCPS (Cork Colleges Progression Scheme)
CIT CR700 Theatre & Drama Studies L7
CIT CR121 Music
CIT CR125-9 Popular Music
CAO system
UCC CK112 Drama & Theatre Studies
CK101 Arts
CK104/5 Music
CK109 English
Mary I MI001 Contemporary & Applied Theatre Studies
Other Relevant
The Lir Academy Trinity College Dublin
The Gaiety School of Acting Professional Actor Training 2YR
Salford University Manchester UCAS W440 Theatre & Performance Practice
Progression Links
Students who successfully complete the QQI Level 5 Award in Theatre Performance and the QQI Level 6 Award in Drama will have the opportunity to advance to YR 3 in the following course subjects at the University of Sunderland, UK through the UCAS scheme.
Students who progress to Sunderland can achieve a Level 8 B.A. Hons degree in one further year of study.
The progression link includes the following 2 courses at The University of Sunderland:
The University of Sunderland
– BA (Hons) Performing Arts Stage 3
– BA (Hons) Screen Performance Stage
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Mature students are welcome to apply.
Financial Supports
SUSI Grant
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time Further Education courses. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.StudentFinance.ie
Maintenance Grant Scheme for Post Leaving Certificate Courses
All grant applications must be made online to a single awarding authority SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland), through http://www.susi.ie
Students who have completed a QQI Level 5 course and are now commencing a QQI Level 6 course are deemed to be commencing a new course and must also apply to the SUSI online system.
Any student coming direct from Leaving Certificate to a PLC course will not qualify for the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) and should apply for the maintenance grant.
BTEA Back to education Allowance
This scheme is for unemployed people, lone parents and people with disabilities who are getting certain payments from the Department of Social Protection. For current information on the scheme qualifying conditions, please contact your local Social Welfare Office.
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) (citizensinformation.ie)
Student finance website for more detailed information
https://hea.ie/funding-governance-performance/funding/student-finance/
VTOS
If you are over 21 years of age, unemployed and have been getting certain social welfare payments for at least 6 months you can apply for the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS).
The VTOS scheme provides a range of courses to meet the education and training needs of unemployed people. It gives participants opportunities to improve their general level of education, gain certification, develop their skills and prepare for employment, self-employment and further education and training.
How do I apply for VTOS?
Application forms for VTOS available at College Admin Office.
https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/returning_to_education/vocational_training_opportunities_scheme.html
CETS
Kinsale College has CETS approved courses, which means you can avail of full-time, part-time, after school only or after-school with transport Childcare places while you study here.
Yes
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from January 2023 for all courses commencing in September 2023.
Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the academic year. To apply, simply click on the application weblink below. Alternatively, you can ring a member of our team on (021) 4772275 to guide and assist you through the application process.
Step 1:
Complete the Application Form
The application form can be completed online at www.kinsalecollege.ie or you can print a paper version from the website. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to view all college correspondence in relation to your application. (Applicants can complete the application on-line in the college if required) If you print the application form, please complete all sections and return to the College at
Admissions,
Kinsale College,
Bandon Road,
Kinsale,
Co. Cork
Step 2:
Attend for Interview.
Applicants will be invited for interview at the college. Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement.
The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
Step 3:
Accept Place on Course
Successful applicants will be notified of the offer of a place on a college course by post and by e-mail. Applicants must secure this place by paying the relevant Course Fee before a set date. Failure to do so may result in the place being offered to another applicant.
Step 4:
Registration and Induction
When students are offered a place on a course the notification will also contain information regarding dates for registration and induction. All students must attend the college on these designated dates.
Drama and Theatre Arts
The Theatre Performance course provides a training in core performance skills. Classes and performances are centred in the college’s unique amphitheatre, and well equipped studio. The teaching practise in Kinsale is underpinned by belief in an ensemble approach to theatre. Classes are taught through practical workshop supported by discussion and reflection.
Students who successfully complete Drama Level 5 and level 6 in Kinsale Campus can progress to Sunderland University (UK) and take a further one year course to achieve a BA honours degree.
About The Course
This unique and long-established course has a reputation for being very different from other forms of theatre training. Whilst it provides a complete actor’s training, covering script work, improvisation, characterisation, physical theatre and devising skills, there is a strong emphasis on personal and artistic growth, alongside others, in an ensemble group experience.
The training is mostly practical. An accumulation of theatre skills, explored in friendly, non-judgemental workshops, lead to public performances that are renowned for their originality and extraordinary dramatic vitality. The drama course also integrates other strands of the arts to complement theatre experiences, so students who wish to develop visual, musical, dance or other artistic skills are particularly well-suited to this training.
Classes and performances take place in the college’s unique amphitheatre and well equipped studio as well as in outside theatres and site specific venues.
Work Placement/Experience
Participants are required to undertake a minimum 10 days of work experience in a suitable environment. All participants will take place in a fully rehearsed public performance at the end of the year to fulfil this requirement.
Course Co-Ordinator: Ms. Belinda Wild
Module Info & Codes
Acting Skills & Techniques: 5N5055
Theatre Performance: 5N4568
Performance Craft: 5N4567
Theatre Studies: 5N4571
Communications: 5N0690
Work Experience: 5N1356
Mime and Movement: 5N16074
Improvisation: 6N3552
5M5163 - Theatre Performance.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Theatre Performance 5M5163.
Other Information
The Theatre Performance course is taught by professional theatre artists working both in Cork and nationally. The course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore and develop their creative expression within a group environment that is safe, supportive and fun. As well as promoting physical, imaginative and vocal development, drama improves self-confidence, communication, and group skills.
Kinsale College has a unique, specially designed and purpose built amphitheatre providing drama students with a perfect space for rehearsal and public performance. Students also perform, on occasion, in venues outside kinsale. In addition there are often opportunities to take productions on tour. Links are maintained with the professional theatre, both through the permanent staff and by master classes, offered by visiting theatre professionals and course alumni in their areas of expertise.
T: +353 21 4772 275
E: info@kinsalecollege.ie