Performing Arts degrees

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Liverpool Hope University

24 performing-arts courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 39th
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WUSCA ranking: 43th
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The strong sense of community, excellent student support and the focus on academic excellence with a personal touch makes it a great place to study. There could be more investment in academic resources and libraries and the student union could be more active and engaging.

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Year 1
  • Film History and Theory
  • Practical Work
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Year 1
  • Composition
  • Critical Contexts
  • Dance Practices
  • Technique - Ballet and Contemporary
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University of East Anglia UEA

1 performing-arts courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 15th
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WUSCA ranking: 79th
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So far everything is fine. The lecturers are really helpful and won't make you feel insecure about your knowledge. There is just some problems oh terms of timetable management, but for now everything seems great.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

2 performing-arts courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 32nd
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WUSCA ranking: 8th
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The staff are incredible, unbelievably understanding and supportive. They want you to succeed and you can really tell. However, Lipman building is constantly broken. The top two floors have been out of service for year and now the entire building is out of commission and not expected to be back until the summer. Surely at this point just demolish the place.

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Theatre and Performance BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • TP4001 - Big Ideas in Theatre and Performance
  • TP4002 - Theatre and Performance Encounters
  • TP4003 - Performance Explorations
  • TP4004 - Urgent ideas in Theatre and Performance
  • YA5001 - Academic Language Skills for Arts (International and EU students only)
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Year 1
  • Critical Cultural Encounters
  • Culture and Society
  • Film Foundations
  • Media Genres
  • Performance Practices
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Bangor University

1 performing-arts courses WALES
WUSCA ranking: 15th
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One of the things I love about my University is the accessibility of different resources and how you can get everything you need within a 10 to 20-minute walk. While it does rain quite often, I also love the climate and the landscape especially in my accommodation, which overlooks a cute little golf course. One of the things I am not very fond of, personally is the fact that the weather can make me feel low and depressed easily which has been a common occurrence, but that too is not so much a University thing as it is personal and geographical. To be frank, I do not have much to complain, if at all, about my time here in Bangor University.

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Year 1
  • CXC-1004: Use of Welsh
  • CXC-1004: Using the Welsh Language
  • CXC-1016: Contemporary Literature
  • CXD-1013: European Modern Theatre
  • CXD-1016: Television Scripting
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University of Chester

1 performing-arts courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 77th
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WUSCA ranking: 2th
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Best Aspects of Studying at the University of Chester: Beautiful Campus and it is friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Staff and students alike are approachable, creating a welcoming environment for learning and personal growth. As for the worst aspects, the acoomodation cost is high.

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Performing Arts BA (Hons)
calculator icon 96-104 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Sheffield Hallam University

1 performing-arts courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 82nd
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I am pursuing a one-year master's course at Sheffield Hallam University. My academic background is in commerce; I completed a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com). However, I have decided to transition my career into the IT industry. The IDP team assisted me in exploring various options, and I ultimately chose this program because it is specifically designed for non-computing students who aspire to build their careers in the field of computing. This course includes both theoretical classes and practical lab sessions, which are conducted one day a week. The combination of lectures and hands-on learning provides a balanced approach to understanding key computing concepts and applying them in real-world scenarios. The tutors are incredibly supportive and cooperative, always ready to clarify doubts and provide guidance. Best Experiences at Sheffield Hallam University: 1. Supportive Environment : The university offers excellent resources, such as access to advanced labs and a library with extensive digital and physical resources. 2. Practical Learning: The lab sessions are interactive and help reinforce theoretical knowledge. 3. Cultural Diversity: Interacting with students from different backgrounds has broadened my perspective. 4. Career Support: The career services team assists with CV preparation, interview techniques, and connecting with potential employers. Challenges/Worst Experiences: 1. Adapting to Computing Concepts: Coming from a commerce background, the initial weeks were challenging as I needed to familiarize myself with technical terms and concepts, also i think we need to do hard work in order to compete with existing students who already studied computing in previous studies 2. Weather: Adjusting to the cold and rainy climate in Sheffield was difficult initially. 3. Time Management: Balancing coursework and independent study requires good time management skills, especially with a one-year intensive program. Overall, the experience at Sheffield Hallam has been transformative, equipping me with the knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career in computing.

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  • Change Makers' Festival
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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

4 performing-arts courses
star rating 3.7
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LONDON
Subject ranking: 17th
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I absolutely love training at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. There is no place like it. Every student is warm and welcoming as soon as you walk up those famous steps. You will not regret joining the community we have at RCSSD. Once you've completed your studies you will be at the forefront of the industry and employers will want to snap you up as soon as you leave. You will forever be respected and be one of the most highly skilled personnel in your new work space, as you would have learnt so much about your craft as well as grown as a person.

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BA (Hons) Performance and Contemporary Arts
calculator icon 96-120 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Level 4
  • Immersive Project
  • Performance Histories
  • Performance Skills 1
  • Performance Skills 2
  • Performance Skills 3
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Production Technologies and Stage Management BA (Hons)
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Level 4
  • Developing your Creative Practice
  • Introduction to Theatre Practice
  • Text Analysis
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Sheffield College

2 performing-arts courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
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Music Performance and Production (Top-up) BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Career Development and Entrepreneurship 1
  • Career Development and Entrepreneurship 2
  • Major Project
  • Minor Project
  • Planning for Major Project
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University of Hertfordshire

1 performing-arts courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 84th
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WUSCA ranking: 46th
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The University of Hertfordshire has great facilities, but there are quite a few unnecessary procedures that could be streamlined, such as booking appointments for even the smallest matters. My experience so far has been disappointing from an academic perspective. I was expecting better quality education, but instead, most of the lectures consist of simply reading from PowerPoint slides, and the practical sessions have been far from engaging. While I understand that self-study is important, not all students, especially international ones like myself, have prior industrial experience or expertise. It's crucial that the university recognizes this and provides clearer, more detailed information about the curriculum, how exams work, and what is expected in terms of assessments. Relying solely on self-study and putting too much responsibility on the students isn’t fair, especially when we're paying for a quality education.

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Level 6
  • Advanced Character Performance
  • Final Major Project Performing Arts - HRC
  • Planning New Theatrical Work
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Aberystwyth University

2 performing-arts courses WALES
Subject ranking: 58th
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WUSCA ranking: 32th
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The location is lovely despite it being quite out the way and a bit difficult to get to sometimes. All the staff have been great and really friendly, always helpful. The nightlife is great too with a huge variety of pubs and places to go.

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Studying performing arts

Studying performing arts at uni could incorporate several arts disciplines, including acting, dance, singing, theatre and contemporary music. There’s likely to be a big focus on performance but you may also cover things like the theory and history of different performing arts, how to analyse and critique performance, set design, production, marketing and management. Some courses will allow you to tailor your degree to your main passion, such as theatre performance, while others will provide a broad offering, often with access to specialist facilities and equipment and the chance to collaborate with industry professionals. Graduates have the opportunity to create a career in the arts, whether it’s as an actor, producer, dancer, technician, teacher, or one of the other many career opportunities available. 

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