Acting BA (Hons)
University of Chester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Chester

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Chester

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Creative Campus, Kingsway

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Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Creative Campus, Kingsway

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Drama, Dance & Cinematics
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Are you ready to take your acting career to the next level? Become a versatile actor for stage and screen with our industry-focused BA (Hons) Acting degree.Ideal for aspiring actors interested in developing their practical performance and critical thinking, the course is designed to equip you with the practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and industry knowledge and connections you need to succeed in theatre, TV, and film.Whilst developing artistic productions throughout your study, you will ...Read more

Are you ready to take your acting career to the next level? Become a versatile actor for stage and screen with our industry-focused BA (Hons) Acting degree.Ideal for aspiring actors interested in developing their practical performance and critical thinking, the course is designed to equip you with the practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and industry knowledge and connections you need to succeed in theatre, TV, and film.Whilst developing artistic productions throughout your study, you will gain valuable stage and screen experience, as well as a deep understanding of acting principles and techniques, ranging from classical to contemporary.Studying on our Creative Campus, Kingsway, you will learn from our highly experienced and passionate team of directors, producers, applied theatre practitioners, and actor training experts who are passionate about your success.You will develop strong relationships with fellow actors, have the opportunity to work with students across the creative campus, and build a supportive network, whilst benefiting from fully equipped rehearsal and performance studios to hone your craft.Our BA Acting graduates are also eligible for Graduate Spotlight Membership.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
2/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
77th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
56th
Drama
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 75 = 25% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
25%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Drama graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Drama graduate salary
£16,380
What students say
08 Feb 24

So far my university experience has been great. Chester is a great uni and I feel very comfortable here...Read more

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Ruixin
12 Dec 23

nice..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

CCC - BCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:30 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM - MMM Grades / Points required

Typical offer - BCC/BBC.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Popular A-level subjects

Drama

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Drama
63%
English Literature
29%
Psychology
19%
Media Studies
19%
History
14%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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Latest reviews

Latest Acting reviews

Acting
Acting
08 Feb 24
Acting BA (Hons)
So far my university experience has been great. Chester is a great uni and I feel very comfortable here....
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Ruixin
12 Dec 23
Acting BA (Hons)
nice...
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University of Chester
University of Chester , Chester

Once a teacher training college founded in 1839, the University of Chester has evolved into a 21st century university that opens doors...

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University of Chester
Parkgate Road Chester Cheshire CH1 4BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bache  0.5 miles away
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