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Performing Arts (Acting)

City of Liverpool College University Centre

UCAS Code: 104W | Higher National Certificate - HNC

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About this course


Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Performing arts

The Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts (Acting) is a vocational course which explores traditional and conventional techniques of acting and how they can be applied to contemporary and current practice, with questions, discussions and criticisms of whether these techniques are still relevant and needed in today’s theatre industry.

The course promotes digital education to explore how practitioners can use technology to assist their skills, both in a practical and a business mindset. The course involves experiential learning and using practice as research. It encourages an openness to learn and explore and a willingness to play!

Performances may take place in a variety of spaces, including studios, a theatre and HD multi-camera TV studio, fully equipped for professional performance, local theatres and arts facilities, and site-specific locations.

Modules

Modules studied:
• The Performing Arts Industry
• Professional Development
• Investigation of Specialism
• Acting 1
• Acting for Camera
• Voice and Speech for Actors
• Movement for Actors
• Devising Theatre and Performance

Assessment methods

The programme is assessed mainly through practical performance and assessment; continuous assessment across rehearsal and development and evaluative interviews to assess personal development and contribution.

The submission of written essays, evaluations, logbooks and presentations is also a part of the HNC; learning research, academic skill and writing skill to ensure that students are equipped for higher level learning.

Students will gain formative feedback verbally for both written work and practical assessment. Peer and self-assessment is an essential element of personal development which enhances the learning experience and allows space for personal evaluation.

Tuition fees

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England
£6,700
per year
Northern Ireland
£6,700
per year
Scotland
£6,700
per year
Wales
£6,700
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Arts Centre

Department:

Media, Music and Performing Arts

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