10Jan
UndergraduateThe Northern School of Art has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Spotlight-accredited. Actor in Training. Stage & Screen. This is your drama school style experience outside of London. You’ll be treated as actors in training from day one. This intensive programme combines up to 30 hours of weekly contact time with opportunities to collaborate across Costume, Set Design, and Film & TV programmes. Guided by industry professionals and guest lecturers, you’ll develop a professional CV, showreel, and solo show, preparing you for a career on stage, screen, or beyond. Our creative community is central to your experience, offering a supportive, close-knit environment where collaboration is key. You’ll refine your craft through hands-on, practical learning while building a strong academic foundation in the theory of acting. The programme culminates in an industry showcase at the ARC Theatre, connecting you directly with agents and casting professionals. With state-of-the-art facilities and a curriculum designed to bridge stage and screen acting, this programme gives you a distinct edge in the competitive creative industries. Our graduates leave not just with exceptional skills but also the confidence, connections, and professional standards needed to succeed.
Modules
Year One The focus of Year One will be on introducing concepts, developing technique and professional standards. Industry standards and professional practice will be embedded in all modules ensuring students know from the outset what is expected of a professional actor. Modules will look at the core acting skills of voice, physicality and characterisation working on new work and scripted text for both stage and screen. The students will work on devised pieces in order to develop the ability to create their own work and enhance their ability to have longevity in their careers. These skill-based modules will culminate in a full production, with students working collaboratively with their peers on films, theatrical productions and new writing. • Core Acting Skills 1 • Script Interpretation • Creative Thinking • Contemporary Practice 1 • Production 1 Year Two As students progress onto Year Two they will continue to develop skills but also be more industry facing as they will produce work that is moving towards industry standard. They will expand on the core skills developed in Year One by working with classical text, clowning and acting for a wide range of mediums including recorded voice. The year will culminate with the production of a classical text to showcase their skill development. Throughout the year students will work with local practitioners to expand their contacts and also their knowledge of industry expectations. Career planning and employability will also be embedded into modules to ensure students are beginning to plan for after graduation. • Core Acting Skills 2 • Film and Media Production • Creative Discussion • Contemporary Practice 2 • Production 2 Year Three In the final year students will take more autonomy over their own career path by specialising in the fields they want to pursue after graduation. As the acting industry is so competitive it is important that whilst students specialise, they continue to be open to all opportunities whether performing for stage or screen and continue to develop their skills in creating their own work. Students will create their own solo shows which could be developed in the future. Alongside this they will work on new material for stage and screen with their peers. For their final project they will be directed in a major show that will showcase the skills they have developed throughout the programme and be a springboard into industry. Students will develop a learning agreement as part of Project Research & Development for what projects and roles they will undertake as part of Production 3. All students will be part of productions in Advanced Acting Skills. Similarly, all students will take part in a production as part of Showcase & Professional Development in addition to creating appropriate material to prepare them for the sector including a showreel, voice reel and CV. • Advanced Acting Skills • Project Research & Development • Dissertation/Report • Production 3 • Showcase & Professional Development
Assessment method
In course assessment. Each module is assessed upon completion and given a percentage mark.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W410
- Institution code:
- C71
- Campus name:
- The Northern School of Art
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
International applicants
We do not currently accept students from outside of the UK. However, we can accept applications from those have evidence of pre-settled status to live, work and study in the UK. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
A level - CCC - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
T Level - Pass (C and above)
It is also expected that you will bring evidence of written work to interview and/or have a Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy.
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Please note there is NO audition fee. Eligible applicants will be invited to an audition, where they will be asked to demonstrate their acting skills by performing two out of three contrasting monologues (1 Classical and 1 Contemporary) lasting 2 minutes. As part of the audition you will also take part in a movement session lasting approximately 45 minutes. At the audition/interview you will have the opportunity to present your prepared speeches to the panel, who will then interview you. Your performance may be recorded on video by a member of the panel so that it can be reviewed at a later stage. The actual interview and audition will take about 10 minutes. We look for people who have some experience and knowledge of acting. This practical course is demanding and will appeal to individuals who are dedicated to pursuing acting careers for either stage or screen. When choosing your pieces, it would be beneficial to show a variety of abilities by contrasting the pieces appropriately. In preparing the speeches you should have read and be familiar with the play from which they have been taken so that you understand the character and the context within which they find themselves. You may also be asked questions about your choices and the play they come from in your interview. We also expect you to articulate your views in many different forms and to have the ability to carry out academic research and writing. Please visit our website for more information https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/
Interview
More advice and guidance on the interview process will be given after receiving your application. For additional information about how to apply and entrance requirements, you can visit our apply section.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
As with most creative programmes delivered at higher education, this programme will have additional costs such as material and basic tools and contribution towards educational visits to ensure successful completion of the programme. The School offers financial support packages to help with this, whether this be through means-tested bursaries and/or grants. In addition, the School offers subsidised resale of course materials, free use of studios etc. More detailed information is provided at the interview stage; however, if you require this sooner please contact [email protected]
Provider information
The Northern School of Art
University Level Campus
Church Square
Hartlepool
TS24 7EX