The one-year, full-time BA (Hons) in Performing Arts (Top-up) is suited to students who have studied at Level 5 (e.g. HND or Foundation Degree) and wish to achieve a full degree qualification. The course offers students a unique opportunity to study in a small group and explores the core elements of theatre practice in the performing arts. The course allows students to immerse themselves in all aspects of training, exploring cutting edge performances and practitioners and enabling them to find their niche in the creative arts. Building upon their skills and knowledge, students are challenged to create something radically different using their own artistic vision, to become a bold and autonomous practitioner.This programme produces graduates skilled in a range or specialist areas. Progression may be direct entry into the Performing Arts profession (Actor or Dancer), working as a freelance artists in a variety of settings (such as Director, Choreographer, Workshop Facilitator) or through further study at postgraduate level, including teacher training at The City of Liverpool College.The BA (Hons) in Performing Arts (Top-up) is subject to revalidation by The Open University.