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BA (Hons) Drama (Musical Theatre)

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Drama (Musical Theatre) at Bath Spa University is a unique and exciting course that combines the study of drama with a focus on musical theatre. Students will learn about the history and development of musical theatre, as well as the technical aspects of producing a musical. The course will also cover acting techniques, voice training, and choreography. Throughout the three years of study, students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of performances, including mainstage productions and smaller scale projects. Graduates of this course will be well-equipped to pursue a career in musical theatre, both on stage and behind the scenes.

Additional Information

The course is taught by experienced industry professionals and visiting lecturers, providing students with valuable insights and practical experience. The university's location in Bath also provides easy access to London's West End, allowing students to attend performances and connect with industry professionals. Additionally, the course offers opportunities for work placements and internships, providing students with real-world experience and connections in the industry.

Unlock Your Potential at Bath Spa University: A Leading Institution for Musical Theatre Studies

Bath Spa University is an excellent choice for students interested in musical theatre due to its strong focus on practical performance skills and industry connections. The university's location also provides easy access to London's West End, one of the world's leading theatre hubs. The course's emphasis on both drama and musical theatre allows students to develop a well-rounded skillset that will serve them well in their future careers.

Why You Should Study This Course

BA Drama (Musical Theatre) consists of six modules in musical theatre (a third of your degree) alongside an exciting range of Drama modules that will equip you with the skills to perform, make, explore, and analyze a wide variety of performance work.

The course enables you to develop specialized musical theatre skills and knowledge through acting, singing, staging, and contextual work, while also enjoying the benefits of a more broadly-based Drama degree, preparing you for a range of career destinations in the creative industries, teaching, and allied professions.

You'll engage with key ideas and movements in theatre history through the study of plays, musicals, practitioners, and genres that have helped to shape contemporary theatre and performance, and through our three-fold focus on skills development, exploration, and performance.

You'll explore approaches to performance making including writing, directing and performing. Performance opportunities include workshop presentations in campus performance studios, workshops and performances in schools, and public performances at the University Theatre and local venues.

General Eligibility

  • Indian students with 65% marks at Grade XII / Pakistani students with 70% marks at Grade XII

  • A Level – Grades BCC

  • Accredited Prior Learning equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2.

  • Other equivalent qualifications from EduQual/BTEC with Merit.

  • Copy of latest school credentials

  • Passport copy

  • Emirates ID (if any)

  • Visa Page Copy

  • Passport Size ID photo

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • A recognized post-secondary course.

  • University preparation (foundation) studies.

  • One year of study at a recognized tertiary or higher education institution.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Investigating Theatre and Performance

  • Contemporary Theatre

  • Building the Ensemble

  • Theatre Project

  • Introduction to Theatre Production

  • Performance Practices

2 Year 2
  • Making Performance 1

  • Acting and Directing

  • Applied Theatre

  • Creative Production Skills

  • Writing for Performance 1

  • Shakespeare and His Contemporaries

  • Musical Theatre Workshop

  • Performance Explorations

  • Making Performance 2

  • Performance and Media 1

  • Writing for Performance 2

  • Musical Theatre Workshop 2

  • Professional Placement Year

3 Year 3
  • Theatre and Social Engagement

  • Staging Gender

  • Performance Project

  • Performance Lab

  • Staging Shakespeare

  • Drama Independent Study

  • Musical Theatre Project

  • Musicals as Popular Culture

  • Writing and Directing for Performance 1

  • Writing and Directing for Performance 2

  • Podcasting

  • Creative Enterprise Project 1

  • Creative Enterprise Project 2

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, a minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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