About Comedy Writing And Performance in University of Salford

Comedy is part of all of our lives in many different guises. In recent years, the way in which we interact with and consume comedy has changed dramatically, with technologies such as YouTube enabling users to create and share their comedic content with a global audience.

This unique course offers extensive opportunities for those dedicated to producing new work in the field of comedy writing and performance. Open mic spots, comedy clubs and festivals are plentiful as are independent broadcast production companies, many of which are dedicated to fostering new writing and performance. The programme has very strong connections with the industry, with household names such as Jason Manford and Peter Kay, both of whom studied at Salford, delivering guest lectures and workshops. We believe in supporting you throughout your journey and as such the opportunities continue to be available to you long after completing the course.

You will:

• Learn practical skills and techniques in both comedy writing and performance
• Develop your own comedic ‘voice’, by studying with highly-skilled academics and high-profile industry practitioners
• Learn how to create innovative comedy and present it for public performance

Academic qualification equivalents

• Students who have successfully completed Standard XII examinations will be considered for entry onto our undergraduate degrees across the full disciplinary spectrum.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS :6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

University of Salford Highlights

University of Salford Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

English Proficiency Test:

The acceptable English test scores are given below: