In Partnership with - Actual Size Theatre The BA (Hons) Performance Industries is a top-up course designed for those who have an interest in the Performance Arts and who already hold a Foundation Degree, a Higher National Diploma or an equivalent higher-level qualification in a related subject.
The course aims to build on students’ skills, knowledge, and experience of their performance specialism (Acting, Musical Theatre, Popular Music, or Dance) in order to prepare them for employment within the performance based strand of the wider Creative Industries.
It combines work-based learning with academic study and aims to develop students’ existing skills and knowledge of the standards and expectations of the industry. It also aims to enhance students’ general and creative skills.
Learning will be enhanced by links with Actual Size Theatre Company, working professionals, a range of educational and industrial visits, and subject specialist performance-based workshops. Students will also be given the opportunity to enhance their skills via a range of subject specialism performances throughout the year. The programme is designed to focus on the individual.
Performance-based foundation degree, HND, or other Level 5 qualification (minimum grade of 50%). OR Those with previous experience or learning that is relevant may be eligible via our APL process for accreditation towards this course.
All applicants must complete a satisfactory interview and audition and all students must complete a minimum of 75 hours placement over the course of the year.
