This course will prepare you for a career in the professional performing arts industry by developing your skills in musical theatre, physical theatre and acting.
You will train in a range of dance techniques including contemporary, commercial and body conditioning and perform and tour work made by professional directors and choreographers. You will also direct and choreograph your work to be shown in our professional theatre.
There is a focus on learning entrepreneurial skills to help you find, apply for, and create your own work in this competitive industry, as well as developing your teaching and leadership skills.
You will also be encouraged to think, write and talk about how performance theory informs your work.
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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Study mode
Sandwich
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Location
Bedford Campus
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Start date
September 2018
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Duration
4 years
Course details
Modules
At stage one, you'll develop a common vocabulary for your studies across dance and theatre, culminating in an end-of-year performance. At stage two, you'll apply this knowledge to the development of choreographic practice, production of a musical drama and options in a range of performance practices. At stage three, you'll undertake an independent research project, alongside advanced study of performance and creative practices. How to work as a professional in the performing arts industry underpins practical elements of the course across all three stages culminating in the development of a portfolio that draws together documentation of your skills and abilities.
This course has the option to be taken over four years which includes a year placement in industry. Undertaking a year in industry has many benefits. You gain practical experience and build your CV, as well as being a great opportunity to sample a profession and network with potential future employers.
There is no tuition fee for the placement year enabling you to gain an extra year of experience for free.
*Only available to UK/EU students.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through:
Dance technique classes
Acting and singing classes
Performances
Choreographic work
Directed and devised work
New media installations
Teaching observations
Presentations
Portfolios
Essays
Year 1 - 32% by coursework and 68% practical exam
Year 2 - 20% by coursework and 80% practical exam
Year 3 – 30% by coursework and 70% practical exam
How to apply
Application deadlines
If your application is completed by the following date, it’s guaranteed to be considered:
15 January
Application codes
You will need these codes when you add a choice to your application.
| Course code | W488 |
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| Institution code | B22 |
| Campus name | Bedford Campus |
| Campus code | H |
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants with other qualifications will be considered. If you would like to check that your qualifications will be accepted please contact the university.
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Interview
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
| EU | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
| International | £11,500 * | Year 1 |
| England | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9,250 * | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
This fee will be confirmed in an offer letter from the University. The fees for 2018 are to be confirmed and the fee quoted is provisional based on the existing 2017 fee.