Theatre & Dramatic Arts degrees in Southern England

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University of Surrey

3 theatre-dramatic-arts courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 3rd
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WUSCA ranking: 36th
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A variety of student services and supports either in academic development and life is available. Staff and supervisors are supportive and respectful. The overall study environment make me comfortable. Particularly an issue is raised, the technician, staff and professors are kindly offering their advices, solutions after discussions.

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Acting - BA (Hons)
clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Acting Fundamentals
  • Collaborative Principles
  • Embodied Voice and Movement 1
  • The Actor in Rehearsal 1 Storytelling / Ensemble
  • The Actor in Rehearsal 2 / Historical Naturalism - Russian Texts
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Musical Theatre - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Acting 1
  • Dance 1
  • Research And Rehearsal
  • Singing And Music 1
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University of West London

12 theatre-dramatic-arts courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 45th
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What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

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Musical Theatre with Foundation - BA (Hons)
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Level 3
  • Creative Skills for the Actor-Singer
  • Discovering Musical Theatre
  • Performance Skills for the Actor-Singer
  • The Jukebox Musical
  • The Supporting Actor-Singer
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Level 3
  • Academic Performance
  • Introduction to Contemporary Production Studies
  • Introduction to Performance
  • Performance Studies
  • Personalised Learning
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University of Winchester

2 theatre-dramatic-arts courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 57th
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it is a very green campus with lovely up to date libraries and accommodation. it is close to town and the train station makes it easy to go southampton for a night out. unfortunately not a great nightlife, SU is good but queue for hours to get in, and no clubs in the town.

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University of Plymouth

5 theatre-dramatic-arts courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 53rd
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WUSCA ranking: 50th
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The location itself is amazing, you are never too far to walk to the sea and when you do, you are reminded of how lucky you are to be able to study here. The university itself has some good and some bad lecturers, as you will find with any university because people have different styles of teaching and learning so what is bad for some will not be bad for others. The online services here are fantastic and if you are confused you can speak to someone in the careers hub or student hub in the library if it's during term time. The student union host many events which make it easy to connect and experience nightlife, or just to find likeminded people if that's not your scene and you prefer sober activities such as board game afternoons, dancing or sports. There are so many societies to choose from and I have made some lasting friendships with people through the activities that the societies here undertake.

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Acting - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Introduction to Acting (ACT4001)
  • Page to Stage 1: The Physical Action (ACT4002)
  • Page to Stage 2: Discovering the Through-Line (ACT4003)
  • Production 1 (ACT4005)
  • Self and Character (ACT4004)
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Year 1
  • Introduction to Acting (ACT4001)
  • Page to Stage 1: The Physical Action (ACT4002)
  • Page to Stage 2: Discovering the Through-Line (ACT4003)
  • Production 1 (ACT4005)
  • Self and Character (ACT4004)
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City St George's, University of London

1 theatre-dramatic-arts courses LONDON
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I'm an optometry student entering my third year in September 2024. The lecturers are very nice and supportive; however, the optometry students in Group C are extremely rude, disrespectful, and lack any sort of manners. Many of them speak poorly of you if you fall behind or are slow in your routine, and they refuse to collaborate despite knowing that practice is essential for skill improvement.

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Professional Dance and Musical Theatre - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Contextual and Critical Studies 1
  • Contextual and Critical Studies 2
  • Dance 1
  • Musical Theatre 1
  • Performance 1
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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

2 theatre-dramatic-arts courses
star rating 3.7
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LONDON
Subject ranking: 13th
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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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Goldsmiths, University of London

4 theatre-dramatic-arts courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 25th
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I’m a mature student doing the BMus Music part-time at Goldsmiths. I’ve just come to the end of the full-time first year (which has taken me two years). Headline is I’d really recommend this course – it was definitely a good decision to apply. Over the first year I’ve done 5 year-long modules and coming to the end I reckon they have given me a really solid foundation as a musician in terms of my ability to play, write, analyse and think about music.

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Year 1
  • Creative-Critical Project
  • Ideas in Practice
  • Introduction to Dramaturgy
  • Scenography
  • Space/Place/Performance
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University of Kent

1 theatre-dramatic-arts courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 36th
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The people I have met here are so amazing, I feel very safe and comfortable. Testament support are always finding new ways to improve and are continuously raising awareness on what they have on offer and how they are abkd to support every individual

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Drama and Film - BA (Hons)
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Stage 1
  • DRAM3380 - Making Performance 1
  • DRAM3390 - Making Performance 2
  • FILM3130 - Film Style
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University for the Creative Arts

6 theatre-dramatic-arts courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 80th
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I am thoroughly enjoying studying at Portsmouth University, although i have struggled throughout my time here with mental health problems all the staff in every department have been amazing and without their incredible support im not sure i would have reached my third year and be looking at graduating! i cant praise them higher, it is an incredible university that treats every student the same no matter who they are, where they are from or any disabilities they may have.

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Acting - BA (Hons)
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Textiles (with Professional Practice Year) - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 32-168 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Year 1
  • ATOM Activities
  • Business of Fashion
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - Creative Identities
  • Guest Speakers? Series
  • Hackathon
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Rose Bruford College

4 theatre-dramatic-arts courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 54th
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WUSCA ranking: 87th
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It’s such a welcoming and calming uni! Feels so close knit and safe. The staff and tutors are amazing at helping and being supportive during lessons allowing us to reach our full potentials and aid us to create beautiful pieces of work! Would recommend the uni to anyone who wants to go into the creative industry!

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