
Drama and Contemporary Performance BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Drama and Contemporary Performance BA (Hons)
Drama and Contemporary Performance at Manchester School of Theatre is all about your development as a theatre artist, performer, thinker and professional, in a city with a vibrant theatre and performance scene.
With a focus on cutting edge practices across contemporary performance and dramatic theatre, the programme combines artistic practice and academic enquiry, and draws on established local, national and international networks.
Working with leading theatre academics, artists and professionals, you will be part of a close knit course community, working in one of...
Drama and Contemporary Performance at Manchester School of Theatre is all about your development as a theatre artist, performer, thinker and professional, in a city with a vibrant theatre and performance scene.<br/><br/>With a focus on cutting edge practices across contemporary performance and dramatic theatre, the programme combines artistic practice and academic enquiry, and draws on established local, national and international networks.<br/><br/>Working with leading theatre academics, artists and professionals, you will be part of a close knit course community, working in one of the most vibrant sectors of a city internationally acclaimed for its creativity.<br/><br/><strong>FEATURES AND BENEFITS</strong><br/>• The course is based in our brand new Grosvenor East building, featuring movement and performance studios, TV and Radio studios and a 180-seat theatre.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Strong focus on cutting edge practices in contemporary performance and dramatic theatre.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Close relationships with Contact Theatre, HOME, The Royal Exchange and international partners gives our students first-hand experience and insight into industry. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Combines artistic practice, academic enquiry and professional development.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Builds on many years of experience producing artists, performers, producers and teachers.<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W410
Institution Code
M40
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject with a minimum 104-112 UCAS Tariff Points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from Higher Level. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D*
A level
B,C,C
B,B,C
T Level
M
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