Scenic Arts & Scenic Construction | Workshop open event | Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama - open …
5 Mar 2026, 11:30
Cardiff

Explore innovative approaches towards creating sets, props and backdrops for stage and screen – whilst working on numerous public performances – in this immersive course that pushes the boundaries of production realisation.
From day one of your training, you’ll be given access to our state-of-the art production workshops, enhancing your abilities and homing in on your specialist field of study in a series of skills-based projects.
You can follow routes into construction, scenic arts or prop design and making, while also developing the skills and knowledge to become a project manager. Whichever route you choose, you'll have many opportunities to put your learning into practice, working with our scenic construction departments to create all sorts of materials for our College productions.
The latest technology is embedded into the training, with digital design and the use of 3D printers, CNC machines and laser cutters forming a core part of your skill set. Training in a lively and supportive working environment that mirrors industry, you’ll enter the world of work with complete confidence in your skills and abilities.
Our recent graduates have gone on to careers in theatre, dance, opera, film and television, working as construction managers, prop makers and scenic artists.
During the application and audition process, you must select which instrument(s) you wish to specialise in for the duration of your course. On this course, you can choose from the following options:
Only one specialism is studied. It may be possible to study a further instrument, but this will not contribute towards the qualification.
For all courses, you must select at least one specialism from the 'primary' list. For those studying primary/secondary pathways, two instruments may be selected – one from the 'primary' list and one from the 'secondary' list. Joint pathway students may select any two instruments from either list.
The following entry points are available for this course:
Entry requirements usually include a degree or equivalent qualification in an art and design related subject.
Selection is made on the basis of an interview and portfolio presentation.
We may consider applications from people without formal qualifications, if they have an exceptional level of practical ability and suitable portfolio content.
English Language Requirements https://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/international-students/english-language-requirements
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £18200 | Whole course |
| EU | £36400 | Whole course |
| England | £18200 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £18200 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £18200 | Whole course |
| Wales | £18200 | Whole course |
| International | £36400 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £18200 | Whole course |
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.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Castle Grounds
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3ER
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