18Oct
Undergraduate This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Coventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Build performance and production skills relevant to theatre, film, television and emerging media. Aimed at aspiring actors, performers and performance-makers, this practice-led course is designed to equip you with essential skills in voice, movement and character development. Prepare for diverse roles across theatre, film and digital media while developing into a reflective, industry-ready practitioner.
- Develop your craft through workshops exploring varying acting styles and methodologies.
- Perform in professional studio spaces and across theatrical, digital and experimental platforms.
- Gain critical insight to help you become a confident, adaptable performer and creative collaborator.
- Learn through hands-on workshops in fully equipped professional studios with expert technical support for theatre, film, wardrobe, video, sound and lighting
- Explore a range of acting styles and methodologies, devising and performing across theatrical, digital and experimental platforms.
- Get access to modern facilities, including theatre spaces, immersive digital studios, green screens, costume stores and box office resources.
- Benefit from teaching by experienced practitioners, industry professionals and alumni, with opportunities for unique international collaborations like the Telepresence in Theatre project.
- Build strong industry connections locally and globally, preparing you for diverse careers in theatre, film, television and beyond.
Modules
Year One Modules: The Actor's Toolkit: Character and Rehearsal The Performer and The Space The Actor’s Toolkit: Performance Styles and Forms Devising Performance Texts Year Two Modules: The Actor's Toolkit: Acting for Camera The Actor's Toolkit: Performing Shakespeare Exploring New Forms of Creative Practice Directed Performance Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Performance Project Actor's Toolkit: Actor's Voice Preparing for Industry Professional Showcase We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Assessment method
Teaching and learning methods may include: Lectures Seminars Tutorials Presentations Group projects Workshops Practical workshop sessions.
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - CCD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Additional costs/fee information
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 .
Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year.
For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Provider information
Coventry University
Priory Street
Coventry
CV1 5FB