Program Overview

Creative Production BA (Hons)

Overview

The Creative Production BA (Hons) program at St Mary's University is a practical degree that prepares students to work in theatre with options in recorded TV and film. The program covers various technical disciplines, allowing students to explore other topics within the creative arts.

Why St Mary's?

Hands-on Learning

The Creative Production BA is hands-on, with students building practical skills from day one. They work alongside industry professionals, experience backstage tours and professional productions, and have the opportunity to help create a show.

Make London Your Classroom

The university's campus is located in the London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, providing access to the capital's countless theatres, studios, and archives. Students are also close to world-leading studios, such as Twickenham Studios and Shepperton Studios.

Expert Teaching and Support

Students learn from experts and employers within the industry, who support their personal and professional growth. The university is 1st in London for 'Academic Support' and 2nd in London for 'Teaching on My Course' (National Student Survey, 2023).

Cutting-edge Facilities

The program utilizes the university's creative arts facilities, including rehearsal spaces, a green-screen TV studio, a sound booth, media production suites, a Costume and Design room, and a newly commissioned, fully-LED studio performance space.

Work Placements

Students can complete a work placement to apply their skills to a professional context. Previous students have worked with the Royal Opera House, Greenwich Theatre, and Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Collaboration

Students work closely with other students across programs to develop their skills, ideas, and confidence. They also have the opportunity to develop a supportive network.

Course Content

Modules

The program includes a range of core modules, with opportunities to study modules from other Creative Arts programs. Some examples of modules include:

• Stage Management
• Sound
• Lighting
• Production 1
• The Design Process
• Cinema History
• Voice
• Movement
• Applied Theatre
• Set Design and Props
• Scenic Construction
• Costume
• Cultural Studies
• Motion Graphics
• Screen Acting I
• Digital Production 2
• Production II
• Production Management
• Specialist Study
• Industry Placement
• Finance and Funding in the Arts
• Screenwriting II
• Digital Production III

Teaching Methods

The majority of the Creative Production degree is delivered via practical workshop sessions and rehearsals, with some theoretical areas delivered by lecture.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is through practical performances, presentations, a portfolio, and viva.

Feedback

The university adheres to its policy of providing feedback on assessments within 15 working days.

Entry Requirements

2025 and 2026 Entries

• Start date: September 2026
• Standard offer: 112 UCAS points
• Contextual offer: 96 UCAS points

International Requirements

International students should check the university's country-specific pages for equivalents. If English is not the first language, students will need to achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any section (or equivalent).

Course-specific Requirements

Experience in the industry is excellent but not essential. A keen willingness to learn and get involved is most important.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• Home: £9,535
• International: £17,100

Additional Costs

Tuition fees cover the cost of all mandatory elements of the program. Additional costs may be incurred depending on optional modules chosen and other projects undertaken.

Scholarships

The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries available to undergraduate students.

Career Opportunities

The Creative Production degree develops key transferable skills, such as resilience, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Graduates can pursue careers in various areas, including:

• Theatre designer
• Theatre technician
• Lighting designer
• Sound designer
• Sound engineer
• Production manager
• Stage manager
• Producer
• Theatre company manager
• Costume designer
• Costume maker
• Scenic constructor
• Set designer

How to Apply

Students can apply directly through UCAS or submit an application directly to the university. The university is happy to consider applications from students who wish to transfer from another university.