This course will prepare you for a career in the professional performing arts industry by developing your skills in musical theatre, physical theatre and acting. You will train in a range of dance techniques including contemporary, commercial and body conditioning and perform and tour work made by professional directors and choreographers. You will also direct and choreograph your work to be shown in our professional theatre. There is a focus on learning entrepreneurial skills to help you find, apply for, and create your own work in this competitive industry, as well as developing your teaching and leadership skills. You will also be encouraged to think, write and talk about how performance theory informs your work.

This is an integrated four-year degree, with the foundation year as a key part of the course. You will be required to pass the foundation year in order to progress to the first year of your chosen degree. During your Foundation Year you will study a range of subjects designed to prepare you for the final three years of your undergraduate degree course. Studying for HE (including current affairs and data analysis) Two subject-specific units Additional English (if required) either as a formal unit or as additional guided learning through our Study Hub Integrated project that brings together all aspects of your Foundation Year and provides you with a chance to work on an independent piece of work. At stage one, you'll develop a common vocabulary for your studies across dance and theatre, culminating in an end-of-year performance. At stage two, you'll apply this knowledge to the development of choreographic practice, production of a musical drama and options in a range of performance practices. At stage three, you'll undertake an independent research project, alongside advanced study of performance and creative practices. How to work as a professional in the performing arts industry underpins practical elements of the course across all three stages culminating in the development of a portfolio that draws together documentation of your skills and abilities.

You will be assessed through: Dance technique classes Acting and singing classes Performances Choreographic work Directed and devised work New media installations Teaching observations Presentations Portfolios Essays Year 1 - 32% by coursework and 68% practical exam Year 2 - 20% by coursework and 80% practical exam Year 3 – 30% by coursework and 70% practical exam

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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.

Course code: W12F

Institution code: B22

Campus Name: Bedford Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

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

Applicants with other qualifications and/or work experience will be considered. If you would like to check that your qualifications will be accepted please contact the university.

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Student satisfaction : 71%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 67%

Go onto work and study: 82%

EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
International	13200.0	Year 1

Tuition fees are reviewed annually.

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