Course Summary

This BA (Hons) Top-up degree in Performing Arts offers students a unique opportunity to study in a small group and explores the core elements of theatre practice in the performing arts. The course allows students to immerse themselves in all aspects of training, exploring cutting edge performances and practitioners and enabling them to find their niche in the creative arts. Building upon their skills and knowledge, they will be challenged to create something radically different using their own artistic vision, to become a bold and autonomous practitioner. This programme develops the level and application of specialist skills and knowledge required in the Performing Arts profession, along with a critical understanding of issues relating to the study of Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre. Students build on their own particular area(s) of expertise in assignment-based and project-based work. Students also develop their intellectual, critical writing and research skills appropriate to an Honours level programme, through assignment work and the option of creating a Final Major Performance for a public audience or writing a dissertation.

Course Details - Modules

Compulsory modules include: • Art on Trial - The Fight or Flight Festival • The Versatile Performer - Techniques and Practice • The Mirror Up To Nature - Reflecting the Radical Artists • Final Major Project/Dissertation. Optional units include: • The Art of Self Expression through Performance (Physical Theatre) • The Art of Self Expression through Performance (Contemporary Performance) • The Art of Self Expression through Performance (Musical Theatre) • The Art of Self Expression through Performance (Dance in the Digital Age).

Course Details – Assessment Method

The programme is assessed through project or performance based practical assessments, the submission of written essays, critical evaluations and logs/blogs, and a final project or the submission of a dissertation. Formative feedback will support student progression in both written work and practical outcomes. Self and/or peer assessment in convener/critique situations.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: 10FT

Institution code: L43

Campus Name: Arts Centre

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

To apply for this programme, applicants will be required to hold a Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts or equivalent Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject.

It is expected that all applicants will hold relevant Level 2 maths and English qualifications equivalent to GCSE grade C/4 or above. Mature students: The University Centre welcomes applications from mature students who have relevant experience in lieu of the minimum entry requirements. Mature students (over 21) without formal qualifications may be accepted subject to satisfactory literacy and numeracy tests, work experience (if applicable) and a strong personal statement. Recognition of Prior Learning: Applicants may meet entry requirements through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which awards academic credits through recognition of prior learning via work and other life experiences. Recognition of Prior Learning is either certificated (RPCL) through formal assessment, or Experiential (RPEL) via skills and knowledge developed through work and voluntary activities. Students should refer to the RPL Policy on the University Centre website: www.liv-coll.ac.uk/study-at-the-college/higher-education/he-policies-and-procedures/

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 8410.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8410.0 Year 1
Scotland 8410.0 Year 1
Wales 8410.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

The Learning Exchange
Roscoe Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L1 9DW

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