BA (Hons) Drama at University of Hull

A practical drama degree exploring performance theory through ensemble work and projects, with development as a performer, designer, creative technician, producer, writer or teacher. Students have access to the Gulbenkian Centre and take part in at least two major productions each year.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Education  |  Department: School of Arts and Humanities  |  Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years with a foundation year)  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers introductory performance techniques, a production project, introductory production technique, approaches to theatre and an industry case study. Year 2 covers theatre practice research and production, performance perspectives, extended skills for industry and exploratory practice. Final year covers Making Performance (research, development and production), Advanced Technique and a Drama Dissertation, with students forming a theatre company.

Career pathways

Graduates work in prestigious theatres and companies; the Artistic Directors of the Royal Court Theatre and the National Theatre are Hull Drama graduates, and alumni have worked at the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Opera House. Many go into broadcasting for the BBC, Channel 4 and Sky.

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