Musical Theatre - BA (Hons)
Edge Hill University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Ormskirk (Main Campus)

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3 Years

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Immerse yourself in the history, culture and characters of musical theatre. Refine your technique and develop your own style as you act, sing and dance to a professional level on our musical theatre degree. Singing workshops. Dance technique. Acting through song. Our specialist musical theatre course prepares you for a life under the lights. You’ll blend practical training with reflective study as you develop as an artist.Exciting live performance takes centre stage throughout the course. ...Read more

Immerse yourself in the history, culture and characters of musical theatre. Refine your technique and develop your own style as you act, sing and dance to a professional level on our musical theatre degree. Singing workshops. Dance technique. Acting through song. Our specialist musical theatre course prepares you for a life under the lights. You’ll blend practical training with reflective study as you develop as an artist.Exciting live performance takes centre stage throughout the course. You’ll explore ensemble work, dance theatre and innovative interpretations in our Arts Centre. Find room to experiment in our dance studios, black box drama studios, and rehearsal rooms. Train your voice in our digital sound studio, music practice studios and recital room. Perform in our theatres and outdoor amphitheatre.Our outstanding links with the performing arts industry mean you could make connections you’ll carry throughout your career. New musical theatre is part of our course DNA, and in 2022 students and staff produced the world premiere of new musical The Girl in The Hat. In 2023 we’ll be raising the curtain on another musical theatre premiere, Pop Art.Your future careerYou’ll leave us ready to launch your career in the theatre, the media, or community arts. Our musical theatre students graduate with a competitive set of practical skills backed by relevant knowledge and a deep understanding of the industry. Some of our graduates set up their own independent theatre companies in fringe and community arts. Throughout the course, we support your entrepreneurial instincts, such as how to win funding and find performance opportunities. Our EHU-Arts HUB offers professional opportunities to ensure you are industry-ready. We have alumni at professional companies and in theatre administration. We also have students who choose to focus on community work.Other career options include pursuing further academic study, such as taking a postgraduate route into teaching.Sandwich year option available,Studying abroad option available

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47/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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50th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
54th
What students say
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Gabriella
06 Feb 24

The support I’ve received from the uni over the past 3 years has been the best. I’ve gone through two separate bereavements and thanks to my tutors, wellbeing team and money..Read more

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Elisha
09 Feb 23

I believe the university is accessible due to everything being on campus. It has an amazing student support system known as the Catalyst, which aids student to get advice, support..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,535 per year

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Gabriella
06 Feb 24
Musical Theatre - BA (Hons)
The support I’ve received from the uni over the past 3 years has been the best. I’ve gone through two separate bereavements and thanks to my tutors, wellbeing team and money...
Read more
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Elisha
09 Feb 23
Musical Theatre - BA (Hons)
I believe the university is accessible due to everything being on campus. It has an amazing student support system known as the Catalyst, which aids student to get advice, support...
Read more
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Edge Hill University
Edge Hill University , Ormskirk

Since 1885, Edge Hill University has been helping students to embark on truly inspirational journeys, creating access to knowledge...

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Edge Hill University
St Helens Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4QP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Ormskirk  0.4 miles away
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