Course summary
Train like a professional performer from day one. The BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Performance) at SLP College, awarded by the University of Chichester, is an intensive, practice-led degree designed to develop you into a versatile, reliable and employable performer. You’ll train across the full range of musical theatre performance, with regular opportunities to apply skills in rehearsed and assessed performance work: Singing & Voice: Technique, musical skills, interpretation and performance confidence. Acting: Truthful storytelling, character, scene work and performance craft. Dance: Strong technical foundations and the ability to learn and perform choreography effectively. Integrated Performance: Bringing acting, singing and movement together under real rehearsal and performance conditions. Alongside training, you’ll build your understanding of performance in context and develop the habits that matter in the industry: preparation, focus, collaboration, resilience, and the ability to respond constructively to direction and feedback. Employability and professional practice Employability is built into the course through dedicated Professional Practice learning across the degree, helping you develop the skills to move confidently into auditions and early career work. You will develop areas such as:
- Audition and self-tape technique: Preparation, performance, and responding to feedback.
- Professional rehearsal etiquette and sustainable working practices.
- Reflective skills to track your progress and improve consistently.
- Practical preparation for the working world (for example, professional materials and planning where relevant).
- An understanding of the industry and realistic next steps after graduation.
Modules
Year 1 (Core Skills) Acting & Voice Core Skills Dance Core Skills Singing Core Skills Professional Practice 1 Context of Performance Integrated Performance 1 Year 2 (Advanced Skills) Acting & Voice Advanced Skills Dance Advanced Skills Singing Advanced Skills Professional Practice 2 Integrated Performance 2 Year 3 (Professional and Performance Skills) Professional Performance Skills Professional Practice 3 Independent Project Full Musical
How to apply
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 - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - M: 15 credits P: 30 credits
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
We also accept other Level 3 qualifications that attract UCAS points (for example, RSL, OCR Diplomas/Extended Diplomas).
Additional entry requirements
Audition
An audition is required for entry to this course. The audition looks at your current skills and, just as importantly, your potential to develop quickly through intensive, daily studio training.
Interview
At your audition, you will have an interview with members of the faculty to explore your motivation, commitment, and readiness for daily training across acting, singing/voice and dance, as well as your understanding of what the course demands.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | 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
SLP College
5 Chapel Lane
Garforth
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS25 1AG