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BA (Hons) Acting

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Acting course at York St John University provides a comprehensive and intensive training in the craft of acting. Students will develop their skills in voice, movement, and performance, and learn how to apply these techniques to a range of contexts, including theatre, film, and television. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed as actors in the industry. In addition to practical acting classes, students will also study the history and theory of theatre and performance, and explore the social and cultural contexts of acting.

Additional Information

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical classes. Students will have opportunities to perform in front of audiences and gain experience in different acting styles and techniques. The course also includes opportunities for collaboration with other students and staff on productions and projects.

Discover the Acting Course at York St John University - Where Passion Meets Practice

York St John University offers a supportive and dynamic learning environment that is ideal for actors looking to develop their skills and knowledge. The university has a strong reputation for drama and performance, and its location in the historic city of York provides access to a wealth of cultural and creative opportunities. Students on the course will benefit from the expertise of experienced acting tutors and the opportunity to perform in a range of venues and productions.

Why You Should Study This Course

Study the techniques and history of acting on this performance-focused degree. Develop your practical skills as you explore the use of voice, movement, and acting and build your unique identity as a performer. Connect with our partners in the community as you use performance to understand the world we live in. On this degree, you will explore a range of approaches to acting and develop a Professional Acting portfolio. You will learn how acting can be a transformative experience by performing in plays and ensemble works. You will also work on solo pieces where your talent is at the heart of your performance. Use your imagination to develop personas and characters to tell your unique stories.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Voice Workshop

  • Acting

  • Making Ensemble Performance

  • Big Ideas in Performance

  • Ensemble: Political Performance

  • Movement for Performance

  • Spoken Word Performance

  • Theatre for Social Change

2 Year 2
  • Politically Engaged Practice 1

  • Politically Engaged Practice 2

  • Physical Theatre

  • Acting for Screen: The Performer as Auteur

  • Acting Vignettes

  • Politics and the Play

  • Artist as Witness

  • Auto/biography and Performance

  • Children and Young People

  • Performance in Social Context

  • Re-Performing Dance Archives

  • Site Specific Dance

  • Writing after Beckett

  • Movement for Performance

3 Year 3
  • Dissertation

  • Contemporary Performance Practice: Research and Development

  • Contemporary Performance Practice: Actualisation

  • Independent Practice and Professional Portfolio: Acting

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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