UAL Music, Performing and Production Arts - Acting Pathway

Diploma Performing Arts

Course Details


Qualification
Diploma
Subject Area
Performing Arts
Level
1
Age Group
16 - 18
Locations

City Campus Manchester
(Full Time - 1 year)

Leaflet Code
L90002

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Step into the spotlight and start your performing arts journey!

Do you love performing? Want to build your confidence, learn new skills, and take your talent to the next level? Then this exciting one-year course is the perfect place to start!

You'll explore acting skills while also learning about the world of performing arts behind the scenes. Whether you're interested in playwrights, TV and film or the performing arts industry, you'll get to discover what makes a great performance come to life.

This course is all about learning by doing - you'll develop your skills in a fun, supportive, and creative environment, working on performances and projects that help you grow as a performer.

If you're ready to take your first steps towards a future in performing arts, this course will help you build confidence, gain experience and develop your passion.

Are you ready to shine?

Please Click Here to view the specific entry requirements for our 16-18 Study Programmes.

Work Experience is a vital part of the course and you will be supported in finding a work placement relevant to your study.

Assessments for this qualification will be made up from a variety different methods, for example, performances, log books or presentations.

Upon successful completion of this qualification students will be able to progress on to the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

Previous students have successfully gone on to professional work within the acting industry in television, theatre, theatre in education, physical theatre and comedy.

Other potential careers paths include directing (TV and theatre), scriptwriting, drama therapy, teaching, setting up and running your own theatre company, and events management.

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If you need help with affording college, there are a number of different finance and funding options available to you. You might be eligible for special bursary support or extra help from the government. Have a look at our fees, finance & funding page to find out all the information you need.

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Performing Arts

If you were born to perform – as an actor, a dancer or a musical theatre performer – or even if you want to work behind the scenes, you’ll absolutely love the passion, enthusiasm and creative atmosphere that infects everyone in our Performing Arts department, here at The Manchester College.

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