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Free Performing Arts Foundation Degree in Durham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Free Performing Arts Foundation Degree in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham, full-time during the day.

The course covers acting, dance, and singing across a wide range of genres, styles, and techniques. You'll explore both the practical and theoretical sides of each discipline, studying key practitioners and performance traditions. The course runs over two years.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Performance Practice.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

FdA Performance Practice is a performance-based course that aims to provide you with the required skills, knowledge and understanding of acting, dance and singing needed to be successful as a contemporary performer in the performing arts industry. As part of the practical and theoretical exploration of each individual discipline (acting, dancing and singing), you will study a range of genres, styles, techniques and practitioners.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop acting techniques across a range of styles and genres.
  • You'll train in dance, building technical skill and performance quality.
  • You'll study singing as a performance discipline.
  • You'll explore the work of key practitioners in contemporary performance.
  • You'll examine the theory behind each discipline alongside practical work.
  • You'll perform in productions and practical assessments throughout the course.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio sessions in acting, dance, and singing. Classroom-based study covers theory and the work of key practitioners. Assessment combines practical performance work with written or theoretical elements. Full-time attendance means you'll spend most of your time in the studio or rehearsal space.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Durham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or touring productions.
  • Dancer, works in commercial, contemporary, or theatre dance.
  • Singer, performs in musical theatre, touring shows, or live events.
  • Performer, works across multiple disciplines in contemporary performance.
  • Drama facilitator, leads workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Arts administrator, supports the running of theatres or arts organisations.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama, a full honours degree for those wanting to deepen their practice or move into higher-level performance or directing roles.
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Drama, for those who want to teach performing arts in schools.
  • Specialist training programmes in acting, dance, or musical theatre at conservatoires or drama schools.
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