BA Theatre

Our BA Theatre degree will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this exciting and diverse industry. You'll learn about the different aspects of theatre, including acting, directing, playwriting, and design, as well as the history and cultural context of theatre. Our course is practical and hands-on, with opportunities to perform in productions, direct your own work, and collaborate with other students on creative projects. You'll also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including our fully equipped theatre and performance spaces.

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Our course is taught by experienced industry professionals who will provide you with the guidance and support you need to achieve your goals. We have strong links with the theatre industry, offering you opportunities to work on professional productions, attend masterclasses and workshops, and gain valuable experience through our placement scheme. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in theatre, film, and television, as well as related fields such as teaching, writing, and arts administration.

Discover the Artistic and Cultural Heart of London at Brunel University London

Brunel University London is the perfect place to study BA Theatre for several reasons. Firstly, our campus is located in the heart of London, giving you access to a vibrant cultural scene with countless opportunities to attend performances, exhibitions, and other events. Secondly, our faculty has a reputation for producing innovative and thought-provoking work that challenges conventional theatre practices. Finally, we offer a diverse range of courses and resources, including our unique Theatre in Society module, which explores the social and political context of theatre.

If you have a passion for theatre and would like to learn how to bring your ideas to life on stage, Brunel’s Theatre course will equip you with specialist skills in a range of performance genres. It will also ground you academically in history and theory, enabling you to become a well-rounded, adaptable artist and critical thinker.  

Providing the perfect balance between theory and practice, you’ll be taught by industry and academic experts in our purpose-built Antonin Artaud Performance Centre.  

The course has compulsory modules and numerous optional modules that you can choose from within the Theatre degree. You can opt for a wide selection of modules on the main Theatre degree or focus your studies through a specialised degree pathway in Acting, Musical Theatre or Physical Theatre.

• GCE A-level BBC.

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in any subject.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in any subject, with an A-level at grade C.

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma M in any subject, with A-levels grade BB.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 29 points.

• Obtain a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

• T levels: Merit overall

• A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE Mathematics grade C or grade 4 and GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.