University Centre St Helens - Undergraduate Prospectus 2018

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FdA THEATRE AND PERFORMANCE

REASONS TO STUDY THEATRE AND PERFORMANCE

UCAS CODE W440

OVERVIEW The foundation degree in Theatre and Performance is a largely practical degree that has been designed to provide you with the skills, practical experience and knowledge with which to seek a range of possible employment opportunities within the theatre and performance industry. The degree incorporates elements of drama, movement, and visual theatre (including video) and as you progress through the degree, the emphasis is very much on multi-disciplinary practices and the integration of new technologies into live performance. Whilst the practical assessment in the first year is largely performance based, there is the opportunity to move into a more technical or directorial role during the second year. Through excellent links with the region’s thriving theatre and performing arts industry, it provides you with a number of opportunities to showcase your talent, through collaborative work with theatres and community projects. Alongside your fellow students, lecturers and other creative organisations, you can create and work on live performances for a range of audiences. You can expect to graduate with the appropriate skills to succeed in the theatre industry and associated areas. • Strong industry links allowing opportunities to display your talent through collaborative work with theatres and community projects. • Lecturing staff have extensive industry experience, a real passion for performing arts and are active actors outside of their academic commitments. • Fantastic facilities including an outdoor amphitheatre, a dedicated theatre featuring professional sound and lighting equipment as well as several dance studios, music production studios and a state of the art media suite.

START DATE/END DATE September 2018 – June 2020

CAMPUS Town Centre

2018 TUITION FEE £7,500 per year

DURATION/STUDY MODE 2 years, full-time

FdA THEATRE & PERFORMANCE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 96 UCAS Tariff points

All suitable candidates will be invited to attend an audition and interview. This is designed to be an informal meeting, providing you with the opportunity to see if the course is suitable for your needs. It will also offer the course team the opportunity to discuss and view your career prospects. Please see pages 128 – 129 for full details of our admissions requirements and how to apply. COURSE CONTACT Ian Greenall Email: igreenall@sthelens.ac.uk

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