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BA(Hons) Drama

University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Perhaps you love going to the theatre and have a natural ability to perform and entertain. You also want to investigate and understand how performance works in various settings. You want to get behind the scenes to know more about what makes an implementation successful. You might even have ideas for a script that you want to develop. Well, look at drama, theatre and performance from every angle, investigating and analysing the subject to help you succeed in your chosen field. QS World University Subject Rankings 2021 ranked the University of Huddersfield 8th in the UK for 'Performing Arts'. 96.4% of graduates from this subject are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating (HESA Graduate Outcomes 17/18, UK-domiciled graduates). State-of-the-art facilities, including three universal studios with sprung floors and state-of-the-art multimedia projection equipment. Teaching by industry professionals and guest appearances from the likes of Professor Sir Patrick Stewart, Natalie Gavin, John Britton, Nicolás Núñez, Chloe Beale, Nicci Topping, Anna Helena McLean, and David Crowley.

General Eligibility

Entry requirements

BBB-BCCat A Level.

120-104UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.

Meritat T Level.

DMM-MMMin BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma.

Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above.

120-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules:

  • Creative Devising

  • Text into Performance

Option modules:

Choose two from a list which may include:

  • Models and Theories of Performance Practice 1A

2 Year 2

Core modules:

  • Models and Theories of Performance Practice 2a

  • Theatre and Performance Making

  • Specialist Practice

Option modules:

Choose one from a list which may include:

  • Models and Theories of Performance Practice 2b

3 Year 3 - optional placement year

Placement Year

4 Year 4

Core modules:

  • Process and Performance Project

  • Critical Context: Perspectives on Contemporary Drama, Theatre and Performance

Option modules:

  • Practice and Research 3

Plus, choose one from a list which may include:

  • Final Year Project

  • Dissertation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall, with no element lower than 5.5 or equivalent.

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years Inc. placement year 5 years part-time

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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