Course summary
The FdA in Performing Arts aims to provide a dynamic, exciting and flexible learning experience that gives you industry-standard skills & knowledge. FdA Performing Arts is designed to give each member of the cohort the requisite skills to enter the performing arts industry. The focus on skills, employment and industry are a unique selling point for this degree, and our dedicated module tutors and support staff are on hand for students who are interested in all aspects of performing arts. You’ll study modules dedicated specifically to acting, dancing, musical theatre and essential contextual studies. This programme aims to deliver dynamic performance professionals directly into the creative sector. The University Centre Grimsby is home to the School of Arts building, including a two-hundred-seat theatre, dance studio and rehearsal rooms. Students will have the opportunity to work in a professional environment with staff who have proven track records within the industry. The FdA Performing Arts aims to provide a dynamic, exciting and flexible learning experience whilst providing industry-standard skills and concepts. Academically, it aims to develop the students’ abilities to contextualise their learning historically, culturally and self-reflectively, and students will be encouraged to showcase their work at every opportunity.
Modules
Year 1 (Level 4) – Certificate Stage: Introduction to Performing Arts History of Performing Arts Theatre in Education Live Performance/Production Skills for Study and Employability Theatre Production Year 2 (Level 5) – Diploma Stage: Cultural Studies Performing Arts Development (Drama and Dance) Employment in the Industry Community Arts Drama Performance in TV Musical Theatre
Assessment method
The course emphasis is on teaching and learning, and assessment through practice. Performing arts deploys a wide range of teaching methods: lectures, seminars, small and large group practical and contextual workshops. There is also improvisation work development and training workshops, theatre visits, internet, video and film, master classes, discussions, demonstrations, technical training and workshops by theatre companies. In the performing arts, practical and written assessments are undertaken. These may include: presentations/performances, essays, portfolios, practical and independent and /or group study. Assessments also may include rehearsals, full-scale productions, projects in the community, guided independent research, tutorials, seminars and work experience.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
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:
- W4T3
- Institution code:
- G80
- Campus name:
- University Centre Grimsby
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
Standard Offer: The successful candidate will require 72 UCAS points in a drama, media, dance, or performing arts related subject, or 60 Access-to-HE Credits (of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3) and all applicants are required to hold English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent) at Grade C/4. Non-Standard Offer: The non-standard entry is intended to support students who may not meet the standard academic entry requirements of a HE programme, normally Level 3 qualifications which attract UCAS points (for instance A-Levels or BTEC Level 3 courses). If you wish to apply through the non-standard route, you must be able to demonstrate recent work/experience in the performing arts sector, which would give you skills and knowledge comparable to applicants with Level 3 qualifications. The non-standard applicants will be interviewed and asked to complete an essay, and a judgement will be made considering their academic potential and relevant experience.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8500 | Year 1 |
| England | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8500 | 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
Provider information
University Centre Grimsby
Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education
Nuns Corner Campus
Grimsby
DN34 5BQ
