Theatre Studies & Event Production (Theatre Performance)
Programme Aim
The aim of this progarmme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in a performance context, a professional theatre setting or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Target Award
QQI Theatre Performance – 5M5163
Start Date: 26-08-2025 Hours/week: 20 Hrs 00 Mins
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | Work Experience (5N1356) | QQI |
| Communications Level 5 | Communications (5N0690) | QQI |
| Event Production | Event Production (5N1374) | QQI |
| Performance Craft | Performance Craft (5N4567) | QQI |
| Theatre Performance Skills | Theatre Performance Skills (5N4568) | QQI |
| Theatre Studies | Theatre Studies (5N4571) | QQI |
| Acting Skills And Techniques | Acting Skills & Techniques (5N5055) | QQI |
| Period And Theatrical Make-Up | Hairdressing (5M3351) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a performance context, a professional theatre setting or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Theatre Performance to work under supervision in a performance context or a professional theatre setting.