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University of Staffordshire

1 acting courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 47th
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WUSCA ranking: 74th
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The University of Staffordshire has a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. The lecturers are passionate and always willing to help, and the campus has a real community feel where you never feel like “just another student.” The facilities are modern, and the hands-on teaching style makes you feel prepared for real-world work. There’s also a great balance between academic support and social life, which really helps you settle in and enjoy the experience. And how could it be improved? Communication between departments could sometimes be smoother, especially around deadlines or timetable changes. More study spaces during peak times would also be helpful. And while the support services are great, extending their availability during exam periods would make a big difference.

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Acting for Stage and Screen - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 112-120 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Acting One
  • Acting Two
  • Movers and Shakers
  • The Actor as Collaborator
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Newcastle College University Centre

1 acting courses
star rating 1.3
3 reviews
NORTH EAST ENGLAND
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University of Essex

6 acting courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 14th
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WUSCA ranking: 73th
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I think the university has dropped of in terms of maintenance to ensure night life is good around campus leading to it feeling like a ghost time sometimes. A positive aspect for the university experience is the lecturers, who constantly make time for you

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Acting - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Actor and Text
  • Contextual Studies I
  • Improvised Living History
  • Introduction to Acting Theory, Methods and Practice, and Development From Self to Character
  • Movement I
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LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art)

1 acting courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 78th
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Buckinghamshire New University

5 acting courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 86th
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WUSCA ranking: 17th
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BNU University generally maintains a commendable standard. The institution provides a diverse range of academic programs, offering a broad selection of subjects. As a current student pursuing two degrees in Aviation, I am largely satisfied with my experience. While I encountered a few instances of unsatisfactory lecturers that caused personal difficulties, the University's prompt and unwavering support in resolving these issues was greatly appreciated. The seamless process of changing lecturers further demonstrates BNU's strong commitment to student welfare. Although I would consider pursuing a master's degree here, the recent discontinuation or conversion to part-time status of several valuable courses presents an inconvenience. Nevertheless, based on my six years of engagement, I assess this university as very good.

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Year 1
  • Inquiry Based Learning
  • Introduction to Performing Arts
  • Preparing for Success: Knowledge and Creativity
  • Preparing for Success: Self Development and Responsibility
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Acting for Stage and Screen - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 88-112 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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  • Actor Training and Theory
  • Approaches to Acting and Performance
  • Approaches to Acting and Screen
  • Introduction to Devised Production
  • Introduction to Scripted Production
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Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

5 acting courses
star rating 3.3
8 reviews
NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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Best experiences include opportunities and practical application of learning. Worst aspects have been a lack of connections to the industry and unorganised management team (late and wrong timetabling, deadline issues)

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Acting - BA (Hons)
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Plymouth Marjon University

3 acting courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 86th
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The location is great. Lecturers are super friendly and always willing to help students with academics and well-being. The course is well run and constructed to cover the key topics needed to be a successful teacher. I would recommend Marjon as a fan choice for a small uni with lots of support available.

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Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

1 acting courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 32nd
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WUSCA ranking: 49th
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Aside from a few unreliable facilities here and there, the school has done well to provide everything it can to its students academically, mentally and socially. My only real complaint is how minimal and undecorated the interiors are- it definitely reads dreary at times.

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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

1 acting courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 20th
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Acting - BA
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York St John University

1 acting courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 74th
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WUSCA ranking: 23th
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There are lots of societies and the students union hosts lots of events, which makes it a great way to meet new people and save money, earning student deals! The lecturers are so nice and the campus is easy to navigate and a quick walk into town.

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Studying acting

Studying acting at uni will help you improve your skills as an actor by helping to develop your dramatic talents and performance skills. You’ll learn about different acting techniques and be able to practice performance in real acting settings to help prepare you for your career. You could cover things like character development techniques, voice, accent and movement training, as well as learn about the history and culture of theatre and film and how to be successful in auditions. Because of the range of skills you learn on an acting course, graduates go on to work in various creative industries, including film, TV, advertising, radio and digital media. Some specific job roles include actor, director, playwright, TV presenter and radio host.

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