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Performing Arts BA Top-Up in Nottingham

Cost£8,250.00
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Performing Arts BA Top-Up in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time over one year.

The course is designed for those who already hold a Foundation degree, HND, or Diploma of Higher Education. It helps you develop as an independent practitioner in the performing arts industry. You'll also build strong preparation for a teaching career in the subject. Units cover advanced practice, critical reflection, and professional development relevant to the sector.

You'll finish with a BA in Performing Arts.

Who this course is for

This BA (Hons) top-up course is dedicated to helping you to develop as an independent practitioner in the industry and is excellent preparation for a teaching career in the subject.

Entry requirements

You will need (or expect to achieve) one of the following: Foundation degree (FdA); Higher National Diploma (HND); Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE). If you have a higher education award in another field of study and relevant industrial experience you are welcome to apply. Youll be invited to an interview and audition and asked to submit an example of academic writing.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your practice as an independent performing arts practitioner.
  • You'll build skills in critical and academic reflection.
  • You'll explore professional contexts within the performing arts industry.
  • You'll strengthen your ability to produce and present original work.
  • You'll prepare for a teaching career in performing arts.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Nottingham College City Hub during the day. You'll take part in practical sessions, seminars, and independent study. Assessment includes an audition, an interview, and a sample of academic writing at entry. Ongoing assessment is through performance work, written assignments, and project-based tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or radio productions.
  • Performing arts teacher, delivers drama or dance in schools or colleges.
  • Theatre director, leads creative and production decisions for stage work.
  • Drama workshop facilitator, runs sessions in community or educational settings.
  • Arts project coordinator, manages performing arts programmes for organisations.
  • Casting assistant, supports the casting process for productions.

What you could study next

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Drama, the recognised route into secondary school teaching.
  • MA in Performing Arts or Theatre Practice, for those wanting to deepen specialist or research skills.
  • MA in Arts Management, useful if you want to move into producing or running arts organisations.
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