MA Online Performing Arts
Italia Conti’s MA Online Performing Arts programmes are designed for creative professionals who want to advance their careers without putting them on hold. Delivered entirely online, our postgraduate courses combine academic study with practical, industry-focused learning, allowing students to develop their expertise from anywhere in the world.
Whether you’re an experienced performer, educator, facilitator, or creative practitioner, our online Master’s programmes provide the flexibility to study around professional and personal commitments while gaining a qualification validated by the University of Chichester.
Why Study an Online MA?
Studying online doesn’t mean compromising on quality. Italia Conti’s postgraduate programmes are designed to be collaborative, engaging, and professionally relevant, allowing students to continue working while developing new skills and knowledge.
Benefits include:
- Flexible online learning
- Full-time and part-time study options
- Industry-informed teaching
- Opportunities to connect with tutors and fellow professionals
- A qualification validated by the University of Chichester
The programmes encourage students to reflect on their own practice while applying new ideas directly to their professional work.
MA Creative Arts Education
The MA Creative Arts Education is designed for teachers, teaching artists, facilitators, managers, and creative professionals working in performing arts education.
The programme explores contemporary approaches to teaching and learning, encouraging students to challenge established practice, develop innovative teaching methods, and shape the future of performing arts education. Alongside educational theory, students critically reflect on their own artistic practice and develop strategies for long-term professional growth.
Graduates may progress into careers including:
- Performing arts education
- Leadership and management
- Curriculum development
- Community arts
- Arts participation
- Creative consultancy
MA Creative Arts Practice
The MA Creative Arts Practice is aimed at performers, directors, producers, writers, entrepreneurs, and creative practitioners looking to refine their professional practice.
Using a practice-led approach, the course encourages students to critically examine their work, explore contemporary industry trends, develop research skills, and create sustainable career strategies. Whether you’re looking to deepen your artistic identity, launch creative projects, or move into leadership roles within the arts, the programme provides the tools to support your ambitions.
Career pathways include:
- Professional performance
- Directing and producing
- Creative entrepreneurship
- Arts management
- Community arts
- Creative consultancy
- Research and further study
Learn from Industry Professionals
Both programmes are taught by experienced practitioners who bring current industry knowledge into every module. Throughout your studies, you’ll benefit from:
- Individual tutorials and support
- Visiting industry professionals
- Digital networking opportunities
- Professional mentoring
- Career-focused guidance
This combination of academic study and practical industry insight helps ensure your learning remains relevant to today’s performing arts sector.
Flexible Learning That Fits Around You
Because both MA programmes are delivered online, they’re ideal for professionals who want to continue working while studying.
Students can immediately apply new ideas to their own practice, making the learning experience highly relevant and professionally rewarding. International students are also welcomed, as the courses do not require residency or attendance in the UK.
Advance Your Career with Italia Conti
If you’re ready to take the next step in your creative career, Italia Conti’s MA Online Performing Arts programmes offer the flexibility, academic rigour, and industry expertise to help you achieve your goals.
Whether you’re passionate about transforming performing arts education through the MA Creative Arts Education or refining your artistic identity with the MA Creative Arts Practice, you’ll join a community of creative professionals committed to shaping the future of the performing arts.
Explore our online postgraduate programmes today and discover where advanced study could take you.