Acting
Entry requirements
A level
One of which to be in a relevant subject.
Access to HE Diploma
Overall pass with 60 credits, with 24 credits to be at a Merit grade in a relevant subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
In a relevant subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
In a relevant subject.
In a relevant subject.
UCAS Tariff
Typical offer: 48 UCAS tariff points from two A-levels (or equivalent qualifications), one of which must be in a relevant subject.
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About this course
Learn the tools to become a working actor in the contemporary industry. Take advantage of our exciting industry links and fantastic theatre and stage facilities to refine your practice. Blending industry insight from practitioners and specialist skills such as voice work, script writing, and stage combat, you’ll be perfectly positioned to break into the vibrant and creative industry.
As you progress through our programme, you’ll train to a high level of technical ability. You will study multiple aspects of acting including Shakespearean theatre, naturalism, postmodernism, circus, and clowning. You’ll also explore contemporary acting such as virtual reality (VR), computer generated imagery (CGI), television and radio speaking.
Alongside improving your core disciplines of voice, movement, and acting, you’ll improve your creative and transferable skills, becoming an independent thinker and motivated and reflective artist. You’ll become physically and vocally flexible, ready to emerge into the industry.
Our programme is based in the heart of the Cultural Quarter in Leeds, so you’ll be surrounded by local practitioners at organisations such as Leeds Playhouse, Northern Ballet, Phoenix Dance, Red Ladder, BBC, and Munro House Arts Centre.
Modules
Modules may include:
Year 1 (Level 4):
Actor’s Toolbox 1 (20 credits)
Actor’s Toolbox 2 (20 credits)
What is Acting? (20 credits)
Identity (20 credits)
The History of Theatre (A Practical Exploration) (20 credits)
Actor Development (20 credits)
Year 2 (Level 5):
Actor’s Toolbox 3 (20 credits)
Contemporary Acting (20 credits)
Performance (40 credits)
Professional Engagement (20 credits)
Theatre for Contemporary Audiences (20 credits)
Assessment methods
You will be assessed in a variety of modes. This will vary depending on the style of module, The majority of assessments will be practical performances. Alongside these you will be expected to undertake written work in the form of blogs, workbooks, essays and presentations.
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