Technical Theatre (Production and Design)

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID W445

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,120 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Technical Theatre (Production and Design)

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Are you looking for an opportunity to develop technical and creative skills in stage management, lighting, sound and visual technologies? Do you want to work on performances and make a production come to life? If so, our technical theatre degree could be the right option for you.

Designed to provide you with the skills you need to establish yourself in the theatre industry, you’ll use all the latest digital technologies to create lighting, sound and scenic design for a variety of staged events. You’ll work behind the scenes as a stage manager, a production manager, or a lighting or sound operator on a range of theatre and performance work. As you progress through your studies, you’ll work in a range of contexts, from theatre productions to fashion shows, and even producing your own performance work.

Based in our New Adelphi building, our technical theatre degree course is strongly focused on working with professional theatre and events practitioners, as well as students from other creative programmes. Technical theatre students have worked recently on a range of collaborations including our own version of the Eurovision Song Contest collaborating with music on the live production of new ‘Univision’ songs, and the Emergence Dance Festival with the acclaimed Josh Arnott Dance company. You’ll also have the chance to specialise in aspects of technical production – be that lighting, sound, video, stage/production management or set design. A range of optional modules allows you to explore other areas of interest, including directing, film production, multimedia performance or costume design – or you can undertake a professional work placement.

Want to find out more about our technical theatre course? You can sign up to an Open Day or explore all our Performance courses.

You will:

Develop the skills you need to take the first step in your professional theatre career
Study in a creative environment while collaborating on live performance events and projects
Choose from a range of specialised modules, from sound production and lighting to digital performance and production management
Build a portfolio of work to demonstrate your skills to future employers

International

students accepted

Winners at the Create Student Awards 2022

You'll graduate with friends that share your interests

You’ll learn performance skills for a range of mediums by using our custom-built sets at our New Adelphi building.

You’ll join a passionate performance and comedy community.

When you study with us, you’ll have access to books, articles, videos and other resources for free through the Library Reading List

1st Year Induction Project, performing The Love of the Nightingale at New Adelphi Theatre

This is for you if...

You want to learn about all aspects of performance design and technology in our state-of-the-art theatre production campus.

You have a passion for theatre and how it operates behind the scenes.

You’re looking to develop the technical skills you need to launch your professional career in theatre production and/or design.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

Applicant profile

Do you have a passion for creative theatre production? Can you combine practical theatre skills with an ability to explore text and other key source materials in the development of live performance? If so, this is the course for you. You donât need specific technical theatre qualifications or experience to be accepted, but we will expect you to demonstrate an interest in the study of theatre. A professional mindset is also a must, with a genuine appetite to learn and a willingness to collaborate.

To gain a place on this Technical Theatre degree, youâll have to submit a personal statement and meet our entry requirements when you apply.

Within your personal statement (up to 4,000 characters), weâll want to understand:

What motivates you and what current experiences do you have in terms of theatre, TV or comedy? This might be in areas of technical or stage management, set design, camera, sound design, lighting, editing.
Have you had active involvement in the arts and what did you do?
What theatre, performances, or live productions inspire you?
Why do you want to work in the media and performance sector?
Why is the University of Salford and this technical theatre degree the right choice for your future goals.?

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English Language and Maths at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent).

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

104 points.

A level

104 points. We would prefer subjects to include theatre, drama, or a subject related to creative production.

This does not include General Studies.

T level

Merit

BTEC National Diploma

DMM. We would prefer subjects to include theatre, drama, or a subject related to creative production.

Access to HE

104 UCAS Tariff Points from a Level 3 QAA approved Access programme. Must include Media/Performance.

Scottish Highers

104 points. We would prefer subjects to include theatre, drama, or a subject related to creative production.

Irish Leaving Certificate

104 points. We would prefer subjects to include theatre, drama, or a subject related to creative production.

International Baccalaureate

29 points, 5 or 6 (Higher level) in a relevant subject

European Baccalaureate

Pass Diploma with 72% overall

International students

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements.

If you are an international student and not from a majority English speaking country, you will need IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5.

We also accept a range of other English language qualifications. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take the Pre-Sessional English course to gain entry onto this degree.

A sample of critical writing exploring an aspect of theatre production or design will also be required.

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

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What about after uni?

CAREER PROSPECTS

So, what can you do with a technical theatre degree? Graduates of this course are well equipped to work in a variety of roles within the theatre and live events industries. Whether you’re looking to establish a career within a small-scale touring company or a large live events organisation, you’ll have the technical and creative skills needed to work in a diverse range of performance environments. Whatever your professional goals, our technical theatre degree courses will enable you to achieve them.

FURTHER STUDY

Graduates showing strong academic and research skills can pursue a further postgraduate path through our Postgraduate programmes on a full-time or part-time basis subject to a satisfactory proposal.

A taste of what you could become

a multi-skilled theatre technician

a stage or production manager

a lighting/sound/video/stage designer

a lighting programmer or sound engineer

and more...

Career Links

As a performance undergraduate student studying at Salford, you’ll be in close proximity to the wide range of theatres the city has to offer. From the flagship Lowry Arts Centre to the Salford King’s Arms, there are a whole host of major venues that have been involved in the development of this programme. You’ll have the opportunity to work in existing companies and venues, and to help and establish new ones.