PhD Studentship: Acting on Organisations: How Dramatic Pedagogies Shape Work, Culture and Performance
University of Warwick
A 3.5 year, fully funded full-time PhD studentship is available for commencement January 2027. This is a collaborative project between the Centre for Cultural and Media Policy Studies, University of Warwick and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London. The application of theatrical training and dramatic pedagogies extends beyond performance itself. Such approaches have been employed in professional development, education, organisational change, and community engagement, reflecting a longstanding belief that dra...
A 3.5 year, fully funded full-time PhD studentship is available for commencement January 2027. This is a collaborative project between the Centre for Cultural and Media Policy Studies, University of Warwick and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London. The application of theatrical training and dramatic pedagogies extends beyond performance itself. Such approaches have been employed in professional development, education, organisational change, and community engagement, reflecting a longstanding belief that dra...
Opportunity details
A 3.5 year, fully funded full-time PhD studentship is available for commencement January 2027. This is a collaborative project between the Centre for Cultural and Media Policy Studies, University of Warwick and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London. The application of theatrical training and dramatic pedagogies extends beyond performance itself. Such approaches have been employed in professional development, education, organisational change, and community engagement, reflecting a longstanding belief that drama-based learning cultivates capabilities with value across a wide range of contexts. However, despite growing interest in the wider applicability of these methods, there remains limited understanding of how their impact unfolds across the interconnected domains of individual development, organisational practice, and social contribution. RADA occupies a distinctive position within this landscape. As a world-leading conservatoire with an internationally recognised approach to actor training, and through the work of RADA Business, the institution applies dramatic pedagogies in both educational and organisational settings. Together, these activities offer a unique opportunity to explore how skills developed through drama training are translated, adapted, and mobilised beyond the rehearsal room and stage. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors. Alumni frequently identify capabilities such as communication, collaboration, adaptability, creativity, leadership, and resilience as central to their professional lives. Yet relatively little is known about how these skills are enacted within organisations, how they contribute to organisatio...
Eligibility
Together, these activities offer a unique opportunity to explore how skills developed through drama training are translated, adapted, and mobilised beyond the rehearsal room and stage. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors. Yet relatively little is known about how these skills are enacted within organisations, how they contribute to organisational cultures and outcomes, or how organisations themselves understand and value such attributes. This project invites applicants to investigate the broader value and transferability of dramatic pedagogies.
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Together, these activities offer a unique opportunity to explore how skills developed through drama training are translated, adapted, and mobilised beyond the rehearsal room and stage. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors. Yet relatively little is known about how these skills are enacted within organisations, how they contribute to organisational cultures and outcomes, or how organisations themselves understand and value such attributes. This project invites applicants to investigate the broader value and transferability of dramatic pedagogies.
Funding and benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805. This opportunity is fully funded at the cost of home fees and yearly stipend in line with UKRI rates (£21,805 for 2026/2027) for 3.5 years. Closing Date: 05/10/2026
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The application of theatrical training and dramatic pedagogies extends beyond performance itself. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors.
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Benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805. This opportunity is fully funded at the cost of home fees and yearly stipend in line with UKRI rates (£21,805 for 2026/2027) for 3.5 years. Closing Date: 05/10/2026
Eligibility summary
Together, these activities offer a unique opportunity to explore how skills developed through drama training are translated, adapted, and mobilised beyond the rehearsal room and stage. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors. Yet relatively little is known about how these skills are enacted within organisations, how they contribute to organisational cultures and outcomes, or how organisations themselves understand and value such attributes. This project invites applicants to investigate the broader value and transferability of dramatic pedagogies.
Requirements
Together, these activities offer a unique opportunity to explore how skills developed through drama training are translated, adapted, and mobilised beyond the rehearsal room and stage. Recent research has demonstrated that graduates from performing arts programmes apply skills gained through their training across a diverse range of professions and sectors. Yet relatively little is known about how these skills are enacted within organisations, how they contribute to organisational cultures and outcomes, or how organisations themselves understand and value such attributes. This project invites applicants to investigate the broader value and transferability of dramatic pedagogies.
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