Course summary

About This Course Developed with guidance from industry professionals, and validated by the University of Hull, BA (Hons) Performance in Practice (Top-up) offers an intensive training to prepare you for entry into the Performing Arts Industry as an actor/performer. You will explore, experiment with, develop, and refine the practitioner skills required to succeed as a creative artist alongside the professional practice skills necessary to maintain and develop a career in the Performing Arts. During the year you will work on a range of performance projects where you will be encouraged to experiment and explore your own creative voice and create work in a twenty-first century context for a contemporary audience. Specific focus will be given to building a skillset to develop and produce your own work both as individuals and as part of a theatre company, as well as pursue work in already established performance companies. You will learn how to build a substantial professional portfolio and entrepreneurial skillset, develop a professional CV and online presence, develop knowledge of the performing arts business, set up your own theatre company and build industry contacts to kick-start your career. Modules The Practitioner in the Industry Theatre Lab Theatre Company Final Major Project Entry Requirements

• Applicants are required to have a level five qualification in an appropriate subject, such as a foundation degree or equivalent in Performing Arts, Drama, Musical Theatre, Theatre Production, or an associated subject.

• GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above or an equivalent (i.e. Level 2 Functional Skills).

• A successful audition and interview for which applicants should prepare two contrasting speeches and a song as follows:

• If first language is not English and GCSE grade C / 4 English or equivalent is not held, English language proficiency level such as International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.0 overall (with a minimum 5.5 in each skill) will need evidencing.

• Mature applicants with extensive work experience and/or a range of professional qualifications in their work sector will be considered on an individual basis. References, alternative experience and skills will all be taken into account.