Directors audition and cast actors; assemble and oversee the production team; provide design directives; lead rehearsals; and manage the production schedule of the project, ensuring that all the moving parts connect. Perhaps most importantly, they also supply a unifying understanding of the text and a particular vision for the production, which might mean a unique setting, a visual style or mood, or an interesting design concept that plays off themes in the text. 

The main routes to get into this role are :

• University- there are many different degrees you could undertake in many different areas. 

• Entry level- experience and networks are essential for this role, so by starting at admin level you can develop connections.

A degree or HND is not essential to become a theatre director. You may be able to progress to the role after gaining a reputation and experience in other positions such as:

• actor

• assistant director

• designer

• producer

• stage manager

• writer.

However, a relevant degree or HND may be helpful and could provide some of the necessary skills. 

Related subjects include:

• Creative and performing arts

• Drama and theatre studies

• English literature

• Humanities-based subjects involving thought, reflection and interpretation, e.g. philosophy, history and psychology

• Languages

• Music.

Postgraduate courses are not necessary if you have a relevant degree or a certain amount of practical experience.

If you have an unrelated degree you may want to get a postgraduate qualification, but make sure the course has a strong emphasis on practical skills, e.g. in theatre or drama directing.

Personal Statement Help 

https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-university/personal-statement-advice-drama

https://www.studential.com/personal-statement-examples/drama-personal-statement-examples

https://www.personalstatementservice.com/blog/examples/performing-arts-personal-statement

https://universitycompare.com/personal-statement-examples/drama