BA (Hons) Contemporary Theatre and Performance (Applied Acting and Devising) at University of West London

Programme overview

This practice-focused contemporary theatre and performance course aims to equip you with the skills you need to work in the performance industry as either an actor, theatre-maker, director or arts facilitator. Through practical activities, you will be taught how to perform, create, facilitate and produce your own performance projects. You will explore performing arts practices from a wide range of global and local contexts and learn inclusive and diverse approaches to theatre-making.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 1 year top-up | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This contemporary theatre and performance course develops your skills as a performer, theatre-maker and arts facilitator. You will learn about different genres and modes of performance to equip you with the skills to develop your own innovative work. Across the modules, you will engage with processes of acting, movement, storytelling and writing for performance. Modules include: Professional Practice Placement; Autonomous Project; Enterprise and Professional Development (incl. LLCM); Company Project; Acting and Directing for Performance; Acting as Storytelling; Voice and Movement for Performance; Theatre Histories; Directed Project; Creating Character.

Career pathways

A performing arts degree is a great career choice for working in the theatre industry, theatre organisations, education and the cultural heritage sector. Additional career progression routes include employment in the wider arts community and sectors such as film and television, marketing, education, public relations and more. Job roles include: Theatre industry; performing; directing; writing; producing; Theatre organisations; arts administration; education and outreach officer.

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Entry requirements

120-128; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and B, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Distinction, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; T Levels; Portfolio. Along with your application, please submit two short videos which show the following: You performing a monologue or poem that demonstrates your voice and acting skills. This should be approximately 3-5 minutes in length. You answering this question: What is the most impactful theatrical performance you have experienced so far? Explain why it was impactful, in your opinion. If your portfolio submission is successful, you will be invited to a short interview which can take place either in person or online. Find out more information about the portfolio requirements . Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. UCAS/course code: W499, W503.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Top-up (1 year, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Top-up (1 year, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 1 year top-up

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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