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BA (Hons) Performing Arts

Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed for students who are passionate about performing arts and want to develop their skills in acting, dance, and music. You will have the opportunity to explore a range of performance styles and genres, from classical to contemporary, and work with experienced practitioners and industry professionals. The course will provide you with a solid foundation in the technical and creative aspects of performing arts, as well as critical thinking and analysis skills. Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to perform in front of audiences, both on campus and in professional venues, and work on collaborative projects with other students from different artistic disciplines.

Additional Information

The BA (Hons) Performing Arts program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical classes, and workshops. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a professional theatre space, dance studios, and music practice rooms. The course is taught by experienced practitioners and industry professionals, who bring their expertise and knowledge of the performing arts sector to the classroom. In addition to your academic studies, you will have opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities, such as attending concerts and performances, and taking part in workshops and masterclasses with visiting artists.

Discover Your Creative Potential at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is an ideal place to study performing arts, as it is located in the historic city of Canterbury, which has a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant arts scene. The university's campus is surrounded by theatres, galleries, and music venues, providing ample opportunities for students to engage with the local arts community and gain real-world experience. The university's commitment to innovative teaching and learning methods means that you will have access to cutting-edge facilities and be part of a dynamic and supportive academic environment.

Why You Should Study This Course

If you’re interested in a broad range of performance areas such as dance, drama, vocal studies, or creative theatre production then this course is for you.

You will pursue a variety of subjects spanning a wide range of Performing Arts activities covering performance, technical operation, management, and design. This will give you the flexibility to develop your art as you get to grips with the realities and practicalities of performance and production.

You’ll get to participate in shows every year where every aspect of the production, front, and back of the house, is managed by students.:

You will know how to market yourself in print, online, and in person. What areas you pursue, in a multi-faceted industry, will be up to you. You may audition to perform. You may work with an arts organization. You may undertake further study in Master's courses or set up a business as a freelance entrepreneur. Some students choose to apply to study for a teaching qualification, such as a PGCE.

General Eligibility

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate: 29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core module;

  • Introduction to Stagecraft

  • Performance Techniques 1

  • Performance Techniques 2

  • Introduction to Theatre Design

  • Company 1

  • Introduction to Theatre in Society

2 Year 2

Core module:

  • Extended Performance Techniques 1

  • Extended Performance Techniques 2

  • Stage Management 1

  • Company 2

  • Theatrical Lighting and Sound

  • Design for Costume and Object

3 Year 3

Core module;

  • Advanced Performance Techniques 1

  • Advanced Performance Techniques 2

  • Digital Performance Environments

Optional module:

  • Design for the Contemporary Scene

  • Post-Dramatic Devising

  • Stage Management 2

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.5 or equivalency – with no less than 5.5 in any element.

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