Course contact details
BIMM University UK Admissions Department
Email:admissions@bimm.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 1273 840 346
BIMM University
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Course summary
Course Summary
The BA (Hons) Acting for Stage, Screen and Digital Media undergraduate course offers a rigorous and multi-faceted practical training that will prepare you for the demands of the professional acting industry. This course is available at our Performers College Campuses.
Our range of specialist creative and artistic modules have been designed to reflect the ever evolving and diverse requirements placed upon the contemporary actor.
During our vocational and practically focused course, you will experience a wide variety of actor training methodologies and approaches to ensure you graduate as a flexible and adaptable artist, ready to embrace our multi-media profession.
You will undertake an intensive programme of technical development that will include in-depth training in acting for theatre, film, TV and recorded media.
Through our optional modules, you will also have the opportunity to create a bespoke pathway of learning that allows you time to explore your specific areas of interest.
Our vibrant and innovative course continuously develops your individual artistry; performance opportunities may include short films, documentaries, music videos, radio drama, community theatre, contemporary and classical plays, plus the opportunity to take part in our college podcast which will be available on Spotify and iTunes.
Specialist masterclasses and workshops include mask work, puppetry, TV presenting, stage combat and many more.
The course culminates in an exciting red-carpet screening of short films at the Everyman Cinema, plus a fully produced play at one of the leading commercial theatres in the city. Both events will be attended by industry guests to help provide you with a springboard into the profession.
At Performers College, we believe the opportunity to work in the performing arts profession should be available to all and not prevented by monetary, physical or cultural restrictions. The three years are underpinned by a curriculum spine that develops both transferable and life skills essential for longevity within your chosen career path.
On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Acting for Stage, Screen & Digital Media graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to access a variety of roles with optimum technique and a suitable level of autonomy to enter the world of theatre and film.
Performers College is exceptionally proud of the success and longevity of its alumni. Graduates of Performers College can be seen in feature films, plays, on prestigious television programmes and performing in tours nationally and internationally.
Modules
Course Modules
Year 1- Level 4
• Acting for Stage Fundamentals – Voice & Text 1
• Acting for Stage Fundamentals – Improvisation & Movement 1
• Acting for Screen & Digital Media Fundamentals 1
• The Creative Industries and You 1: Finding Your Path
• Acting for Stage Fundamentals – Voice & Text 2
• Acting for Stage Fundamentals – Improvisation & Movement 2
• Acting for Screen & Digital Media Fundamentals 2
• Context & Culture of the Creative Industry
Year 2 - Level 5
• Acting for Stage Development – Classical Performance
• Acting for Stage Development – Contemporary Performance
• Acting for Screen & Digital Media Development
• The Creative Industries & You 2: Creative Collaboration
• Creativity, Identity and Agency
A range of option modules can be selected in Year 2 subject to availability and student demand.
Year 3 - Level 6
• Advanced Acting for Stage, Screen and Digital Media
• Final Project
• Final Theatre Production
• The Creative Industries & You 3: Professional Portfolio
A range of option modules can be selected in Year 3 subject to availability and student demand. Please visit the course information page on the Performers website for a full breakdown.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Performers College Essex
- Performers College Birmingham
- Performers College Brighton
- Performers College Manchester
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- B39
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
BIMM University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- B39
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A Level CCC
UCAS Tariff 80
For applicants with relevant sector/industry experience
Recognition of Prior Practice (RPP) is an alternative entry route onto Level 4 of the course for mature applicants (19+) who do not hold the minimum qualifications required to gain entry.
Access to HE Diploma 36
Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) MMP
Additional entry requirements
- Audition
- Applicants are required to attend a practical audition which involves group workshops, pre-prepared monologues and interviews. If attendance in person is not possible, a self-tape submission can be completed.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | a minimum of 5.5 must be achieved in each band (Reading, writing, listening, speaking) |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | A minimum overall score of 170, and no lower than 165 in each band |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | the minimum points must met in each band: Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | A minimum score of 59 overall. At least 59 must be achieved in all four skills |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
To nurture individuality and foster diversity, we adopt a balanced approach to admissions. Decisions are heavily weighted on auditions, and as such we may extend offers below our standard entry criteria. This means that not all students who meet the entry requirements will be offered a place, and equally we may make offers to students from disadvantaged backgrounds based on lower grades.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.
Course optionsFees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Scholarships and bursaries 4
Each year we offer various bursaries and scholarships.
For further information, please view details on the BIMM University website
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