Performing Arts (Acting)

Ready to take the stage and bring your acting dreams to life?

Imagine training in the heart of a vibrant, creative city - home to the Manchester International Festival - where the arts thrive and opportunities are endless. This is your chance to learn from industry professionals, perform in top-tier venues, and step into industry-level theatres where professionals work.

You'll develop your acting skills across film, TV, and theatre, exploring different styles and techniques. Stay ahead of the game with insights into current industry trends and gain hands-on experience with auditions, networking, and working as a freelance performer. We'll also help you find real industry work experience to kick-start your career.

What you will explore:
-Acting for film and TV
-Audition techniques to land roles
-Contemporary theatre performances
- Site-specific acting, taking theatre beyond the stage
- Voice and movement to bring characters to life

If you're serious about acting and want to turn your passion into a career, this is where your journey begins.

Are you ready to step into the spotlight?

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.

You'll take part in a combination of practical performances and workshop assignments for this course, alongside some written coursework tasks, which could include historical research or theory and a log of your acting progress.

Progress on to degree-level study with our higher education partner, UCEN Manchester. Students progressing from The Manchester College will receive a cash award through the Achievers Scholarship. Click Here to explore courses and apply.

Depending on your current age, position and circumstances, there may be a fee for this course.

There are a number of different finance and funding options available to help you fund your academic studies with The Manchester College. These range from bursaries and grants to special loans for tuition fees. You can find out more about them on our dedicated Fees, Funding and Finance page.

Our course enquiries team is on-hand to answer any questions you might have about this qualification, the application process, enrolment, or anything else about life at The Manchester College.