Fundamentals of Production Technology
Credit Rated Short Course
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Overview
Through this course you will be introduced to a range of Production Technologies such as those used for Sound, Lighting, and Stage. You will learn how to use the related technologies safely and effectively, and how they relate to the wider theatrical whole. You will then apply this learning through a process of experimenting with the production technology in a theatre venue, working as a group of peers towards a shared vision and presentation.
This module is designed to provide you with an opportunity to collaborate and experiment through interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary performance labs.
You will be provided with preparatory and introductory resources at the start of the term to provide you with a critical and contextual underpinning for the chosen topic. Preparatory and introductory material may take the form of readings, digital resources, tasks, reflections, or asynchronous discussions. Contextual underpinnings explored through independent study will be tested in practice through a week-long experimental and collaborative performance labs.
- Identify and discuss the key practical and contextual underpinnings of the topic of study;
- Contribute effectively and responsively to an experimental, collaborative, group process including an awareness of the roles, responsibilities, and contributions of others.
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The important details
Age:
18+
Cost:
£320
Date:
Monday 24th - Friday 28th March 2025
Time:
10am - 5pm
Venue:
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB
Course Information
- Course Outline and Assessment
- Entry Requirements
- Course Preparation
- Credit Rated
- Dates and Course Fees
You will be assessed on your contribution to the discussions of and practical engagement with the chosen topic.
You must be 18 or older to attend this course.
Students will be required to wear steel-toe capped boots throughout the course. We ask all students who own their own pair to attend the course in them. Alternatively, if you require a pair to borrow from RCS, please email your size and request to credit-rated@rcs.ac.uk at the time of application.
- Plan and prepare to attend all classes.
- Dress comfortably in clothes which are suitable for the activity you are taking part in.
- Bring a notepad and pen/pencil in case you wish to make notes.
- Please bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during your class (even when at home)
Credit-rated short courses are designed in accordance with the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
By studying a credit-rated short course, students can benchmark their learning against national standards, and credits may be used towards further education programmes at many institutions throughout the world.
By studying a credit-rated course, you will need to be matriculated to RCS*, we require some additional information from credit-rated students for this reason. Please read through the section below thoroughly before you submit. If you have any questions about what is required, please email credit-rated@rcs.ac.uk and we can help you.
* Please note although Credit-Rated Short Courses students require matriculation to get their accreditation, you will not be a full time matriculated student of RCS. Credit-Rated Short Courses do not qualify for student visas due to the short term nature of the course. You will also not qualify for a student email address or student card.
Please read the following eligible evidence dependant on your nationality and immigration status:
Scottish/Welsh/English/Northern Irish (Please provide 1 of the following)
– Passport
– UK Driving Licence
– Other Photo ID
Irish (Please provide all of the following)
– Passport
Europeans with Settled or Pre-Settled Status (Please provide all of the following)
– Passport
– Online Immigration Status (via Sharecode)
Europeans (post-Brexit) (Please provide all of the following)
– Passport
– Proof of Entry to the UK
– Online Immigration Status (via Sharecode)
Non-Europeans who can use the e-gates (Nationals of the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Singapore and Japan) (Please provide all of the following)
– Passport
– Proof of Entry to the UK
– Vignette
– Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
Online Credit Rated courses:
– if studying an online credit-rated course from your own country (outside of UK) you are only required to submit your passport.
– if studying an online credit-rated course within the UK, but do not hold a UK passport, please follow the guidance from above.
The Credit Rated or Admissions team may require further information or proof from individuals, and may be in contact with you to provide further evidence.
Providing a ShareCode
If you are providing a ShareCode as part of your evidence please visit https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status and follow the instructions to access your code, and provide it in the Experience section of the Booking Form.
The course fees for the course are £320, and it will take place over 5 days from Monday 24th – Friday 28th March 2025.
Further Information
We want to ensure as many children, young people and adult learners as possible can access the performing and production arts education that is offered through Short Courses at RCS. Financial support options available for Short Courses include:
Agnes Allan Bursary
Agnes Allan was a teacher, passionate about inclusion, and this bursary scheme exists to offer support to students to participate in the performing or production arts.
The Agnes Allan Bursary provides some support to students who may require financial assistance to take part in a short course in dance, drama, music, production or screen.
Anyone who wishes to take part in our Short Courses and faces a financial barrier can apply for bursary support to help meet the cost of tuition fees.
James McAvoy Drama Scholarships
BAFTA-winning and Golden Globe nominated actor James McAvoy is committed to nurturing the creative potential of young Scots who experience barriers to access and participate in drama at RCS Short Courses.
James is a graduate of the BA Acting programme at RCS and Patron of the Junior Conservatoire of Drama. The Glasgow-born actor has funded the new James McAvoy Drama Scholarships to enable young people to experience the world-class drama training at RCS as he did.
The scholarship aims to support applicants who would otherwise find meeting the cost of tuition fees at RCS a barrier to accessing pre-Higher Education drama training at the Royal Conservatoire.
You can find more information about these funds on our Financial Support page.
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