This course offers a broad practical curriculum underpinned by academic study, with the opportunity for you to influence the way you work. The main pathway is acting however, we do offer alternative modules for the musical theatre pathway.
You will gain an insight into the creation of new work, acting and performance in a range of styles from classical to contemporary. You will discover the theoretical and historical backdrop to theatre, acting and performance and will obtain the industry-desired skills and contacts.
You will work with professionals and highly-skilled staff, go on trips and take part in invaluable workshops.
The course includes live projects in partnership with a range of companies and organisations such as the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC) events team, A Mind Apart Theatre, Open Minds Theatre Company – Life Act, Break-Out Arts, Next Left Political Theatre Collective, Rotherham Music, Rotherham United and South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue as well as the opportunity to deliver workshops to local schools.
A further enhancement to the course is a trip to Whitby/Scarborough for three nights to write, act in and direct short films, which are then screened and entered into competitions.
We have an impeccable 100% pass rate with former students from the course being recognised as Student of the Year. Alumni have gone on to set up companies such as Renegade Productions, Anti-Social Theatre, work freelance, act professionally and teach.
A number of our students have performed at the Crucible Theatre and at the National Theatre for the Connexions festival as well as on tour with Rotherham Underground.
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64 UCAS points from a combination of the following:
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of the page.
After successful completion of this course you can progress into acting, directing and arts-related pathways, including stage management, script writing or working freelance in community or youth workshops.
You can set up your own company or freelance business and work for casting agents and touring companies.
Alternatively, you can progress onto further study on a PGCE or continue your studies to achieve a Masters Degree.
We currently have a 99% success rate for students gaining employment in the industry after completing the degree.
“The course gives me specific skills which I can use in the industry once I graduate, and the tutors are always there to support me if I need it.”
Marcus Kamsika Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Theatre, acting and performance
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“The course gives me specific skills which I can use in the industry once I graduate, and the tutors are always there to support me if I need it.”
Marcus Kamsika Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Theatre, acting and performance
The performance sector is ideal for those who are interested in the production and delivery of events and performances.
Musicians write, arrange, orchestrate, conduct and perform musical compositions.
You could work in a theatre, at a music venue or at a recording studio.
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Producers plan the organisation of productions including films and stage productions.
You could work at a TV studio, in an office, at a film studio or on a film set. Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time and you may spend nights away from home.
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In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the performance sector include*:
“The course gives me specific skills which I can use in the industry once I graduate, and the tutors are always there to support me if I need it.”
Marcus Kamsika Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Theatre, acting and performance
“I’m finding what I learn on my course really useful and it is providing me with skills to use after my time here. UCR is easily accessible and local which suits me.”
Jessica Atkin Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Theatre, acting and performance
