Acting for Screen

Why Choose Us?

Unique Film Production Experiences: The only acting course in the UK to offer fully integrated film production opportunities working in collaboration with filmmakers, makeup and costume artists as part of the world-renowned Bournemouth Film School (accredited by CILECT and Screenskills).
State-of-the-Art Film Studio: Our unrivalled BFS Film Studio complex which, at over 20,000 square feet, has been used by the British Film Institute for its own development programmes.
Collaboration with Industry Professionals: Opportunities to work with graduates and industry partners on our groundbreaking BFS Funding Futures scheme.
Stage Production Opportunities: Opportunities to work on stage productions in our art deco Palace Court Theatre and on a variety of exciting projects and exercises with students across multiple disciplines.

What To Expect
Dive deep into the heart of acting with an immersive, hands-on curriculum. Our practical, portfolio-driven approach ensures that you master a range of established techniques in relation to text, character and performance, alongside the core disciplines of movement, voice, and singing. Three dynamic themes run through each level: a methodological approach to actor training, engaging media training, and the exciting role of the actor as both creator and innovator. This comprehensive approach reflects the demands and diversity of the 21st century creative industries

Cultivating Career-Ready Skills
Your journey is not just about your university experiences; it's about building a future. Learn to navigate the realms of film, audio, digital media and stage performance, and explore various pathways tailored to your career aspirations. Between your second and third year of study, you have the option of taking a Professional Placement Year. You take charge of securing your own placement, with guidance from your course team. Once you're here and studying with us, the course team will discuss the placement options with you, so when the time comes, you can make a decision that's right for you.

With strong connections in the industry, including successful alumni like Ryan Calais Cameron (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heaver, Retrograde), Harry Reid (Eastenders), Elliot Warren (Masters of the Air, Flesh & Bone), Caitlin Innes Edwards (Strike, Hanna, Black Mirror), Joseph Payne (Showtrial, Witcher, plays at The Globe and RSC), Mumba Dodwell (associate director for Slave Play (Noel Coward Theatre), Death of England, Othello & Rockets and Blue Lights (National Theatre); and film directors Edgar Wright (Baby Driver, Shuan of the Dead) Nick Rowland (Calm with Horses), and Molly Manning Walker (How to Have Sex), we provide a powerful network for success.

By the end of your course, you will:

Master Physical and Vocal Techniques: Gain a deep understanding of the interplay between voice and body to create dynamic performances.
Craft Compelling Characters: Engage with diverse texts and experiences to bring psychologically rich characters to life.
Create Work for Varied Audiences: Understand the nuances of crafting performances tailored to different contexts and demographics.
Experience Collaborative Projects: Work alongside peers from BFS in various disciplines, enriching your creative portfolio.
Become a Reflective Practitioner: Embrace critical awareness in your artistic journey, continuously evaluating your growth.

The Future Starts Here
In 2025, Bournemouth Film School is excited to embark on a significant expansion that reimagines the possibilities within the screen industry. This initiative, coupled with our BFS Funding Futures program, will further intertwine education, industry partnerships, and creativity, making sure you are at the forefront of the evolving landscape.

At Arts University Bournemouth, you’ll study at one of the UK’s leading specialist creative universities, joining a vibrant, collaborative community built around art, design, media, and performance.

With students and staff from over 60 countries and more than 30 creative courses across four specialist schools, AUB's a place where creativity and new ideas are encouraged and individuality is celebrated. From film and fashion to animation, design, architecture, and performance, you’ll develop practical skills and industry knowledge through hands-on, studio-based learning.

You’ll be preparing for a future in the UK’s creative industries sector - one of the country’s biggest employment sectors and worth £124 billion to the economy every year.

With guaranteed accommodation for all first-year students and set near award-winning beaches, AUB also offers an inspiring location where creativity can thrive both on and off campus.