Design for Performance and Interactionrch

Design for Performance and Interaction is a novel academic field and UCL is one of only very few institutions where it can be studied. The core idea that drives the programme is that the creation of spaces for performance and the creation of performances within them are regarded as symbiotic design activities.

Students learn how to use software that simulates performance spaces and the behaviour of people in different conditions. They learn how to manipulate software and physical hardware to create both simulated and actual 1:1 performance space and performances in an architectural context.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of two core theory modules (30 credits), a skills module (30 credits), and three design modules (120 credits).

Core modules

• Introductory Design Workshops (15 credits)
• Contextual Theory: Design for Performance and Interaction (15 credits)
• Skills Portfolio (30 credits)
• Design Thesis Portfolio, Initial Projects (30 credits)
• Design Thesis Portfolio, Final Project (60 credits)
• Design Thesis Written Dissertation (30 credits)

Research project/design project

All students undertake a major design project, the 'Design Thesis Portfolio, Final Project' in combination with an individual research project, culminating in the 'Design Thesis Written Dissertation'.

Teaching and learning

The programme is delivered through design, fabrication and performance tutorials, skills workshops, seminars, lectures, site visits, group working and (optional) field trip. Assessment is via design and skills portfolios, written coursework submissions and verbal presentations.

Fieldwork

There is a field trip as an optional part of the programme.

Maximum cost to the student is £500.

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate subject or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants are also expected to have a strong portfolio of design and/or performance work. Applicants with extensive experience in the field may also be considered.

Bartlett Masters Scholarship

Value:

£10,000 (1 year)

Eligibility:

UK, EU, Overseas students

Criteria:

Based on financial need