FA/THEA 3000 3.00: Edinburgh Production Practicum

Country:Scotland City:Edinburgh
Instructor & Program Coordinator:
Dr. Gavin McDonald gavmcd@yorku.ca
Eligibility:

    Primarily from Theatre, but open to any student in good standing.
Language: English Program Dates: July 2nd – August 22nd, 2025 (with study abroad dates from July 27th to August 22nd, 2025)

Course Overview

Develop original live performance productions for presentation at Edinburgh festival fringe
Plan international touring for live performance
Produce of professionally presented festival production in Virtual Reality, on screen, and in-person at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and online.

Program Highlights

The program includes:

  • Theatres/Venues across the Edinburgh Festivals primarily
  • London, time permitting
  • Glasgow
  • Highlands Tour 

Application

Deadline: Deadline: March 1st, 2025
Application Form

Program Fee

Includes:

  • Accommodation
  • Excursions/Field activities

Not Included

  • Airfare to and from Scotland
  • Tuition fee (payable to York University)
  • Any personal expenses including most meals
  • guard.me® insurance
  • Visa
  • *Subject to change, program fees will depend on the final number of participants.

Deposits and Payment Deadlines

To secure a spot in this course, you'll need to submit a non-refundable deposit of $500 to York International. If selected, you will receive an email with instructions to pay your CAD500 deposit and program fee before the deadline.

A $500 non-refundable deposit per course must be submitted by the deadline listed in the email. These fees are non-refundable once charged and are taken as a commitment that the student will participate in the study abroad course. All courses are capped, and spots are considered based on the course instructor’s decision.

PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to come to York International Office. All payments will be conducted online. We only accept Visa and Mastercard. No cash or cheques.

Financial Support & Budget Planning

All participants of this course will receive up to CAD500 York International Mobility Award (YIMA) upon completion of the Pre-Departure Training and Travel Risk Requirements.

Virtual Information Session

Date: January 22nd 2025 (Wednesday) 
Time: 11am-12pm (EST) 
Registration Link: coming soon!


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For further information, please contact yuabroad@yorku.ca