This unique actor training programme taught by industry professionals provides you with the skills and knowledge to work as an actor on screen stage and in digital media.
Why study with us
- 100%of students are satisfied with the academic support received on the courseNational Student Survey (Acting)
2023 - 100%of students are satisfied with the teaching on the courseNational Student Survey (Acting)
2023
- This is production-based course, with the majority of your work directed towards performance, including to the public.
- Research informed teaching including Meyerhold’s Biomechanics.
- Our graduates include Mandip Gill (Yasmin in Doctor Who), Nathan Wood (Waterloo Road), Channique Sterling Brown (Coronation Street), Freddie Bolt (Ackley Bridge), Jordan Reece (Emmerdale), Riley Carter (Eastenders), Sarah George, Alexa Lee and Gary Hanks (Hollyoaks).
What you'll do
- You will benefit from increased contact hours in this practice-based course, which emphasises the importance of technique learning in workshops and is assessed through performance.
- This is a production-based course, with the majority of your work directed towards performance, including to the public.
- You’ll learn from tutors who are experienced performing artists –professionals with a national, if not international, reputation.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
After attending the audition and getting a taste of the course, particularly biomechanics, my heart was set on studying my craft here further.
What can I do with an acting degree?
Our BA (Hons) Acting course offers a programme of industry-focused, highly vocational training designed to prepare you for the realities of a career in the acting profession.
Performance facilities
Entry requirements
We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.
We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.
Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.
- UCAS: 96 points at A2
- BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM
- BTEC Diploma: DD
- Pass Access Course: 96 UCAS points
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 96 points from Higher Level subjects
- T Level: P (C+)
- IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
- GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
- Applicants must attend an audition- you will be sent an email by our Admissions Office asking you to book onto a selection day event
Use our UCAS points calculator
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.
Care Leaver Bursary
Our Care Leaver Bursary is for students who need extra support because they have been in care or are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Care Leaver BursaryEstranged student support
Estranged Student Support Bursary is for students who need extra support because they are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Estranged student supportDependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
Find out more about Dependants BursaryFinancial support package
If you are from a low income household our Financial Bursary may be able to help.
Find out more about Financial support package
This course is delivered by the School of Arts and Media
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at the University of Central Lancashire on our student contract page