Throughout the degree course, we emphasise a close connection between theatre practice and its histories, theories, politics and ethics. You’ll develop keen critical analysis skills alongside your practical work in acting, directing and playwriting, and explore a broad range of plays and productions covering theatre’s many pasts and presents. As you progress, you will hone your skills through increasingly ambitious production and research projects, gaining the experience and expertise needed to fulfil your potential in the theatre industry and beyond.
You will be taught by ...
Throughout the degree course, we emphasise a close connection between theatre practice and its histories, theories, politics and ethics. You’ll develop keen critical analysis skills alongside your practical work in acting, directing and playwriting, and explore a broad range of plays and productions covering theatre’s many pasts and presents. As you progress, you will hone your skills through increasingly ambitious production and research projects, gaining the experience and expertise needed to fulfil your potential in the theatre industry and beyond.<br/><br/>You will be taught by a unique team of theatre academics and practitioners. Many are leading researchers in theatre practice, history and theory, and have worked as professional writers, actors, directors and designers.<br/><br/>Our teaching takes place in a contemporary and dynamic environment, purpose-built for the study of theatre. The department’s theatre spaces, production facilities, rehearsal rooms and workshops are some of the best the UK higher education sector has to offer. We have close industry connections with many leading figures from the world of theatre, film, and television who share their knowledge and experiences through a series of masterclasses.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W440
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Access to HE DiplomaD:36,M:9 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. Scottish Advanced HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 Extended ProjectC If you achieve a C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A B We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. A levelA,A,B T LevelWe consider a range of T Level qualifications. Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £23,700 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |