Acting BA
Study of performance, character, voice, and movement, developing the practical, creative, and professional skills needed for acting across stage, screen, and digital media.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Enjoy performing and storytelling
Are confident and expressive
Want a career in acting or theatre
Like practical, performance-based learning
Are open to feedback and development
Popular Career Fields
Theatre & Performing Arts
Film & Television
Education
Media & Broadcasting
Your Personality Might Be:
Emotionally expressive
Film & Television
Collaborative
Dedicated performer
What is it?
What is an Acting degree?
An Acting degree is a highly practical programme focused on training performers for professional work in theatre, film, television, and related performance industries.
You’ll study acting techniques, voice, movement, character development, and rehearsal processes, while gaining experience performing in productions and workshops.
The course blends creative exploration with disciplined training, helping you understand how to interpret scripts, embody characters, and work collaboratively in professional performance environments. It is ideal for students passionate about storytelling, performance, and live or recorded drama.
Why study Acting?
If you enjoy performance, collaboration, and exploring human behaviour through drama, an Acting degree offers immersive, hands-on training.
It helps you:
Develop confidence and presence as a performer
Learn professional acting techniques and rehearsal discipline
Understand voice, movement, and physical storytelling
Gain experience performing for different audiences and media
Prepare for the realities of working in the creative industries
Acting degrees emphasise personal growth, resilience, and creative expression.
Course Summary
Study of performance, character, voice, and movement, developing the practical, creative, and professional skills needed for acting across stage, screen, and digital media.
What you'll study
Most Acting degrees cover:
Acting techniques (e.g. Stanislavski, naturalism, contemporary methods)
Voice training and speech
Movement and physical theatre
Character development and text analysis
Improvisation and ensemble work
Professional practice and audition skills
Skills You'll Gain
An Acting degree builds creative and practical skills including:
Acting and performance skills – enabling you to create believable, engaging characters.
Voice and movement control – helping you use your body and voice expressively and safely.
Collaboration and ensemble work – preparing you for rehearsal rooms and productions.
Self-discipline and resilience – supporting sustained creative practice and professional growth.
Reflective and analytical skills – allowing you to evaluate your own performance and development.
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Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
Graduates pursue careers such as:
Actor (stage, film, television, or digital media)
Voice actor or motion capture performer
Theatre practitioner or ensemble member
Drama facilitator or workshop leader
Performer in education, community, or applied theatre
Work Experiences & Placements
Acting degrees focus primarily on in-course performance experience, but many programmes also support professional exposure.
Opportunities may include:
Performances in public theatres or studio spaces
Industry showcases attended by agents and casting professionals
Work experience with theatre companies or production houses
Community theatre, education, or outreach projects
Short film or screen acting collaborations
Universities often support students with audition preparation, networking opportunities, and links to industry professionals.
Salary Profile
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Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
Most universities and drama schools accept a broad range of subjects. Drama/Theatre Studies, English Literature, or Performance Arts are beneficial but not always required.
Personal Statement Tips
Show genuine passion for acting and performance.
Mention relevant experience (drama clubs, theatre groups, performances).
Reflect on why acting matters to you.
Demonstrate commitment, curiosity, and willingness to develop.
What to do Next
Gain performance experience through theatre groups or workshops.
Watch a wide range of theatre and screen performances.
Prepare monologues and audition material early.
Research courses and audition requirements carefully.
Wider Reading
An Actor Prepares – Konstantin Stanislavski
A foundational text on acting technique and character development.Respect for Acting – Uta Hagen
Practical insights into truthful and disciplined performance.The Actor and the Target – Declan Donnellan
An accessible guide to acting, focus, and intention.True and False – David Mamet
A provocative perspective on acting and performance training.The Empty Space – Peter Brook
A classic exploration of theatre, performance, and creativity.