Acting and Education Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Please note that Combined Honours degrees at Liverpool Hope University are split 50/50. This means both subjects will be studied equally.

Acting\
Ready to step into the spotlight? The Acting BA (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University is a dynamic, industry-focused acting course designed to unleash your potential.  

Whether you want to master stage acting, screen performance, or emerging digital media, this acting degree prepares you perfectly for the modern acting industry. The curriculum seamlessly blends an industry-focused approach to the creative sector and versatility across mediums with personal wellbeing, resilience, dedicated facilities, and a digital toolkit for actors. Throughout your studies, you will learn from experienced tutors and industry professionals who help you build the confidence and versatility needed to thrive. 

You can embark upon your creative journey through three exciting specialisms. Stage Acting focuses closely on body, voice, and imagination within contemporary theatre, while Screen Acting explores realism, subtext, text analysis, and working with direction. You will also develop your expertise in Voice Work, learning to deliver professional voiceovers tailored specifically for documentaries, games, animation and radio drama. Ultimately, whether your passion lies in theatre, film, or new media, this course fully empowers you to perform, create, and inspire. 

Education\
Education has the power to transform lives, shape societies and address some of the world's most pressing challenges. On this degree at Liverpool Hope University, you'll explore how learning influences individuals and communities, while examining the social, cultural, political and economic forces that shape education across the UK and internationally. 

You'll investigate contemporary issues including inequality, inclusion, digital technology, sustainability and social justice, drawing on perspectives from psychology, sociology, philosophy and history. Throughout the course, you'll be encouraged to question assumptions, evaluate evidence and develop your own informed views on the future of education. 

Learning takes place through lectures, seminars, collaborative discussion and independent research, giving you the opportunity to engage with current debates and apply theory to real-world contexts. As you progress, you'll specialise in areas that interest you and complete an independent research project with dedicated academic support. 

Whether you're passionate about improving educational opportunities, influencing policy or understanding how people learn, this degree will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and critical thinking skills to make a difference.

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