Study acting within our broad suite of performance-related modules to become a versatile, employable and intelligent performer.
This course will give you the opportunity to develop as an actor, alongside studying many other practical and theoretical aspects of performance.
Studying Acting at Chester will involve a dynamic, international team of tutors, with a wealth of industry experience. There are a range of exciting module choices, and you will be encouraged to develop your employability and graduate skills throughout the course. The Department enjoys excellent links with the professional industry, locally, nationally and internationally. The staff team currently includes experienced theatre directors, applied theatre practitioners, and expertise in actor training and physical theatre. The Department is a vibrant, close-knit and supportive community of performers, working in the excellent facilities at Kingsway Campus, Chester.
Course Details - Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment combines practical presentations, performances, and oral assessments in which you are invited to discuss your work. Written assessment takes the form of academic essays rather than unseen examinations.
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:
W410
Institution code:
C55
Campus Name:
Chester
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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
Typical offer - BCC/BBC. Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Drama & Theatre Studies or Performing Arts
to include one of Drama & Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, Performance Studies or Theatre Studies
Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above
Including Theatre at HL 5 or above
Performing Arts, Performance Studies or Theatre Studies (or equivalent).
to include one of Drama & Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, Performance Studies or Theatre Studies
Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. Applicants will be invited to audition.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
79%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
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
Additional Fee Information
The University may increase these fees at the start of each subsequent year of your course in line with inflation at that time, as measured by the Retail Price Index. These fee levels and increases are subject to any necessary government, and other regulatory, approvals.
Provider information
Parkgate Road
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Chester
CH1 4BJ
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