Course Modules

This core module runs throughout the three years, linking to all other modules. Each year has an overarching theme and in year one this is identity, diversity, and difference. The module is fundamental in helping you form a professional identity, […]

This module is the core intellectual research activity pursued and serves as the dissertation module. This module also intersects critically with other modules throughout the duration of generating, defining and refining researched ideas, culminating in the individual praxis. As a

A core module at the heart of the Devised Theatre MA route, where the key principles of The Paper Birds’ working practice come together in a holistic devised theatre project, made by groups of collaborating students. During this module you

This taught module works as an immediate response to the Collaborative Devising Project Module. Through an understanding of The Paper Birds’ approach to creating ‘wraparound content’, you will redraw your practice, and explore various modes and mediums that help diversify

A module that introduces The Paper Birds’ (“TPBs”) core working practice. You will bring previous experiences of devising practice, offering your own advanced foundations for making, to interrogate histories of devising, mapping and case study key approaches, and learning how

This module explores how ecological theory can be used to innovate contemporary performance-making praxis. The course emphasises politically and ethically engaged performance practices through creative analysis of contemporary cultural concerns and political events. In these terms, approaches to performance, ecology

A performance-making module. You will conceive, produce and present a new, public-facing, performance, driven by your distinctive approach to performance and (the) environment. Medium, duration and presentation format is negotiable and concomitant with your critical and practical interests and ideas.

You will take on a work placement to further develop your relevant making, critical and organisational skills, contextual knowledge, and a deeper understanding of a variety of possible career outcomes in the arts. You will make a placement proposal and

You will learn the principles of capturing and manipulating digital images through a mix of lectures and workshops. Technical sessions will provide you with basic skills in using photo-editing software. The module places a particular emphasis on being able to

6 month industrial placement project The aim of this module is to support and guide you as you begin to transit towards your chosen CGI/VFX/Animation career pathway. With a focus on professional practice and industry competencies, you are expected to