BA (Hons) Applied Theatre (Community and Education) at Birmingham City University

Programme overview

Our BA (Hons) Applied Theatre aims to inspire the next generation of passionate and skilled theatre-makers. Our focus is on developing the skills and understanding needed to create compelling new performances and theatre projects with purpose. We are concerned not only with how we make theatre, but also why.

What you will study

The majority of what you will learn through studying Applied Theatre will be through practical experience. You will bring the skills and passion you have, and learn how to apply them; as well as gaining new skills in facilitation, devising, and all aspects of theatre-making. You will not only be creating new drama, but gaining the knowledge and understanding needed to engage communities, and exploring the world in the wide variety of environments covered by the term Applied Theatre – such as schools, community or health centres, prisons, hospitals, or out on the streets. Modules include Applied Theatre, Drama for Learning 1, Community Stories, Performance 1, Professional Practice, Drama for Learning 2, Political Stories, Performance 2.

Career pathways

Throughout the programme you will develop both personally and professionally, graduating as a fully-trained applied performance practitioner. You will develop the necessary knowledge, understanding and skill to develop a career within applied performance, and further afield.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 UCAS Tariff points. Applicants will also need to complete an interview for this course; see interview arrangements below. A Level: 96 UCAS Tariff points / CCC (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. An A Level or equivalent in Drama, Dance or other Performing Arts subjects is desirable but not essential. However applicants should be able to demonstrate as engagement with Performing Arts, such as experiences within Youth Theatre or other community theatre groups. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Obtain a minimum of 24 points overall. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, 3 years; annual tuition for the first year of study Source

International applicants: GBP 21,690 a year (2027/28). full-time, 3 years; annual tuition for the first year of study Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/749b543f-941c-36d6-e1b8-9d531dc06eaa/course?studyYear=2027

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