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Production (Technology and Management)

Course details
  • BA
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

The application deadline for this programme is 31 March 2026

Study a highly practical degree with a timetable that provides the space to learn and experiment alongside a production calendar reflective of industry practice, helping you build the skills and stamina to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding career.

Production consists of both the BA Production Technology and Management and the BA Production Arts and Design programmes. Production students work closely with each other in the classroom and on RCS productions.

This is the only conservatoire-based technical theatre degree in Scotland. Through the programme we aim to produce production technicians, stage managers and lighting designers who can turn their hands to any related role. This makes our students employable in a range of contexts, whilst also being specialists in their chosen career pathways.

We’ll help you create your own pathway through the programme, focusing on your main area of interest. You will learn to work creatively, as an individual, as part of a production team and in collaboration with other students of all disciplines.

RCS is a major public performance venue with world-class facilities. The combination of professional venues, extensive workshops, construction spaces, design studios, and the latest stage and workshop technologies provide a fantastic learning environment.

We work closely with industry partners to ensure the programme is current, competitive, and aligned to the highest professional standards so you can build the relevant skills, knowledge and experience to fully engage in your future career. We have close working relationships with the Scottish national performance companies, as well as many other performing arts and live events organisations across Scotland, the UK and internationally. Our graduates will aim to become the creative leaders and innovators of the future and are encouraged to push boundaries and create new standards of practice in the wider industry.

Audition Information
Prior to attending the interview (in-person or online), you are required to set up an Acceptd account and complete the set pre-interview tasks. It is important that you show us your previous work (portfolio) as well as your response to these tasks. Without this information, we will not be able to proceed with the interview.

The tasks below must be completed a minimum of five working days before your interview.

We do not offer deferred entry to this degree programme

Subject options

This course offers the following subject options:

  • Lighting
  • Sound
  • Stage Management
  • Stage Technology and Automation

Modules

Please see our website for more information about the programme.

Assessment method

Please see our website for more information about the programme.

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
222F
Institution code:
R68
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Currently around 20% of our students come from outside the UK. Between them, they represent over 55 different nationalities and add a rich diversity to the Conservatoire. To find out more please visit: https://www.rcs.ac.uk/study/international-students/

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - A* - E

A Levels — 2 passes

Scottish Higher - A - D

Scottish Highers — 3 passes

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 45 - 24 points

minimum score of 24 with 3 subjects at Higher Level

We accept a wide range of educational qualifications and equivalencies for entry to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. If you have any questions about your qualifications, please contact our admissions team at admissions@rcs.ac.uk

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
Applicants who apply on time are invited to an interview by email, approximately three weeks before. Interviews will take place in person, however online interviews are available for those that are unable to travel to RCS. We have many years of experience of conducting online interviews and have a well-established format and process in place, so no applicant will be disadvantaged by being assessed in this manner. If possible, we encourage candidates to select an in-person interview as this gives you the opportunity to view our facilities.
Portfolio
Prior to attending the interview (in-person or online), you are required to set up an Acceptd account and complete a series of pre-interview tasks below: It is important that you show us your previous work (portfolio) as well as your response to these tasks. Without this, we will not be able to proceed with the interview. If you have not already done so, please set up an Acceptd account: https://app.getacceptd.com/rcs The requierd tasks must be completed a minimum of five working days before your interview: Complete the “About You” questionnaire (completed online via Acceptd) Upload a digitised version of your portfolio to Acceptd Complete the Production / Performance Visit Upload any supplementary material to Acceptd Optional Complete the Supplementary Creative Response Task and upload supplementary material to Acceptd Specific detail on what to prepare can be found here: https://www.rcs.ac.uk/courses/ba-production-technology-management/#how-to-apply
Other
All applicants are required to create an Acceptd profile and application (https://app.getacceptd.com/rcs) at the point of submitting their UCAS application, regardless of which audition location you have selected. More information on this can be found on our website. If you have any questions, please contact us at hello@rcs.ac.uk

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.56.5 with no component below 5.5
TOEFL (iBT)88Overall score of 88, with minimum scores of: Reading – 18, Listening – 17, Speaking – 20, Writing – 17
PTE Academic62Overall score of 62 with a minimum of 59 in all components (reading, listening, speaking, writing)
Cambridge English AdvancedOverall score of 176 with a minimum of 162 in all components
Cambridge English ProficiencyOverall score of 176 with a minimum of 162 in all components

More information about our language requirements can be found at the weblink. https://www.rcs.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-requirements/

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Scotland£1820*Year 1
EU£28919*Year 1
International£28919*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please note, all new students are required to pay associated programme cost related fees at the start of their studies.

For more information on fees, funding and Scholarship, please see our website: https://www.rcs.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/

Sponsorship information

The School of Stage and Screen scholarships are awarded for a mixture of financial need and merit. Scholarships are applied for and awarded on an annual basis. If you are offered a place at the Conservatoire, you will be forwarded the link to apply for a Scholarship- https://www.rcs.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/scholarships/

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