Acting - BA (Hons)

The Acting degree at Birmingham City University is a highly respected and sought-after program that provides students with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to succeed in the competitive world of professional acting. Our course combines rigorous training in acting techniques, script analysis, and performance theory with opportunities to gain practical experience through performances in productions, workshops, and showcases. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, as well as the opportunity to work closely with industry professionals and networking events. Graduates of our Acting program have gone on to successful careers in film, television, and theatre, and we are confident that our course will provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field.

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The Acting degree at Birmingham City University is accredited by the National Council for Drama Training (NCDT), which means that it meets the highest standards of training for acting professionals. Our course is also a member of the European Theatre Association (ETA), which provides students with opportunities to study and perform abroad through our partner universities in Europe. In addition, our course has strong industry connections, with guest lectures from professional actors, directors, and other industry experts, as well as opportunities for work experience and internships.

Discover the Best Acting Training at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University is a leading institution for Acting studies, with a long history of producing successful alumni who have gone on to achieve great things in the world of acting. Our campus is located in the heart of Birmingham, providing students with easy access to the vibrant theatre and cultural scene that the city has to offer. In addition, our university offers a wide range of support services, including career guidance, mental health support, and study skills training, to help students succeed both academically and professionally.

Our BA (Hons) Acting is designed to develop you practically, personally, and professionally and prepare you for this challenging industry. We have carefully designed a contemporary course that will train you for a creative career in front of a stage, screen, or radio audience. You will receive specialist training in voice, movement, and singing, graduating with the skill and aptitude to take on the exciting and dynamic world of the dramatic arts. According to the Guardian University Guide 2020, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire's acting and performance provision are in the UK's top ten drama schools (drama and dance category). This course equips you with the skills you need to become a professional actor; continually stretching and challenging you to reach new levels of personal achievement and self-discovery. As a vocational actor training course, full commitment and attendance would be expected.

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above one of which MUST include the English Language Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment