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BA (Hons) Acting at Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Acting is a vocational training programme with an outstanding reputation for training actors in the skills of theatre, radio, TV and film; more recently encompassing motion capture and animation. We are looking for your curiosity, imagination, and playfulness. You will be expressive people who are energetic, dynamic and driven to tell stories.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Manchester School of Theatre  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

BA (Hons) Acting is an intensive, practice-led course designed to develop skilled, versatile and resilient performers. The course places a strong emphasis on professional training, combining physical, vocal and psychological approaches to acting with critical reflection and industry awareness. Year 1 core: Developing Voice and Movement, Exploring Voice and Movement, Exploring Acting for Stage and Screen, Developing Practice. Year 2 core: Connecting Voice and Movement, Connecting Practice, Advanced Voice and Movement, Advanced Acting for Stage and Screen. Year 3 core: Independent Project, Professional Portfolio, Spring Production, Autumn Production.

Career pathways

Former students who have gone on to highly successful careers in film, television and theatre include: Sarah Amankwah. Zawe Ashton.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent. Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM. Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points. UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM. T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer. IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 104-112 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills English. IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from Higher Level. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English. Audition required. The course is highly competitive and you may be called back to a second or even third audition. Further details. Please note the University does not accept deferred applications or advanced entry applications for this course. IELTS: 6.0 overall with no individual element below 5.5. Audition required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK and Channel Islands full-time fee for 2027/28 as stated on the course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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