Theatre BA (Hons)

**Why study BA Theatre with us?**<br/>Taught by industry experts, our highly practical course provides the freedom to explore your passion for acting, design, or directing. Located in London, youll be immersed in the citys vibrant theatre scene, from the West End to collaborations with established venues. With a focus on hands-on training, industry exposure through placements, and flexible pathways, youll graduate well-prepared for a dynamic career in the arts.<br/><br/>**What will you learn?**<br/>Our course is designed in collaboration with industry professionals, placing you at the centre of creative exploration. Whether specializing in acting, design, or directing, youll acquire performance, design, technical, and dramaturgical skills. The flexible curriculum encourages creative freedom, allowing you to test your abilities in our state-of-the-art theatres and collaborate with renowned companies. Through placements, projects, and seminars, youll gain industry insights and learn to navigate the evolving creative landscape. Graduating with one of three pathways, youll be well-equipped to embark on a fulfilling career in the arts.<br/><br/>**How do we support your career development?**<br/>We ensure your employability with hands-on industry experience, including placements at prestigious venues like the National Theatre and the Royal Opera House. Engage with visiting companies and faculty industry practitioners, gaining insights from experts. The course fosters creativity with large-scale production projects, showcasing your work in major London venues. Over 85% of our graduates are employed often starting their companies, pursuing diverse roles in acting, directing, producing, and arts management within 15 months, or entering postgraduate studies, all a testament to our commitment to your success.

Join Middlesex University London, the #1 UK uni for student satisfaction, course quality and employability - voted by students (Uni Compare, 2026). Clearing is your chance to do more than get a degree. It’s your path to becoming the best version of yourself. They support you to grow academically, personally and professionally, with flexible routes and hands-on learning from day one. From your first lecture to your final assignment, you’ll gain the skills, confidence and real-world experience to grow further than you thought possible, all backed by tailored support and practical resources like free course equipment, gym membership, expert advice and one-to-one guidance.<br/> <br/> All this takes place on the university's vibrant, inclusive North London campus – a space to truly belong. Middlesex is where over 160 nationalities come together with mutual respect and celebration. Middlesex is where state-of-the-art facilities bring out the best in students, enabling you to hone skills that will set you apart from other graduates.<br/> <br/> Ready to discover the next version of you? Apply now.