BA (Hons) Musical Theatre at Buckinghamshire New University

Entry requirements

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112 UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required and a typical offer also requires GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4. Every application is considered on an individual basis. Applicants will need to complete an interview and/or demonstrate portfolio work, further guidance is given on the interview and portfolio advice pages. Suitable candidates will receive an audition invitation All suitable candidates will be invited to discuss their work during an audition and interview that will last approximately 15 minutes. The interviewing tutor will be looking for: the ability to articulate your views on your own work a commitment and enthusiasm for the subject the potential for sustained professional development the ability to form and present opinions on other performing art work, either as a performer or audience member. Your audition piece All candidates will be invited to an audition and interview. The three-part audition will consist of: Dance: You will join in 30 min Dance Masterclass ; please ensure you are wearing suitable dance attire and be prepared to dance in bare feet or trainers. Acting: To prepare a 2 minute monologue from a published play that is written post 1970s.Character selection to be close to your own age and delivered in your native accent. Song: To prepare a song from genre of your own choice. (32 bars) This must be performed in the key in which the music is written. Please bring both sheet music and a backing track with you. The audition is an opportunity to show your skills and development potential in these areas. However it is more important that you display the correct attitude, rather than aptitude. All candidates will also need to display their motivation, enthusiasm and work ethic. What you must bring with you For the audition please ensure that you are wearing appropriate clothes and footwear. Formal attire is not required. Information for overseas students Please note, if you're overseas and are unable to attend an interview/audition should submit a YouTube/Vimeo link in place of attending in person. The chosen piece needs to be prepared in advance, recorded and sent over to us electronically at least one week before your interview slot. Your audition piece can be emailed to [email protected]. A telephone or Skype interview will be conducted during your allocated slot. Please ensure that you email the contact details that will be used to carry out your interview to [email protected]. UCAS code MT02.