BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance undergraduate course will provide you with a balance of creative and artistic modules and with knowledge and practical skills, allowing you to explore the demanding world of the professional performing arts industry.
This is an industry that is constantly evolving and requires performers with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to its shifting needs. The course also aims to enrich the student experience by offering both rigorous training and a level of optionality, allowing the student to shape their own creative identity.
This undergraduate course has high contact hours to enable you to fulfil your potential as a professional artist. You will have a diverse and intensive programme of training that will facilitate you with the subject-specific skills and knowledge, enabling you to graduate as an industry-ready professional.
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) in Musical Theatre and Dance, 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 performing arts.
Performers College is exceptionally proud of the success and longevity of its alumni. Graduates of Performers College can be seen in many West End shows, UK Tours, on prestigious television programmes and performing worldwide.
Performers College is part of BIMM University, and the course is awarded by BIMM University. In 2019 BIMM University was granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in the UK by an Order from the Privy Council, having demonstrated that it meets the criteria to become a ‘recognised body’ for awarding degrees in the UK.
As such, BIMM University has overall responsibility for the academic standards and the quality of the qualifications we offer, and we can award our own undergraduate and Masters degrees. BIMM University validated courses undergo a rigorous approval process, overseen by our Academic Board, which includes advice from external academic and creative industries experts to ensure that they are aligned with the UK Quality Assurance Agency’s Framework for Higher Education Qualifications and the relevant Subject Benchmark Statements and meet the needs of the industries they serve.
Key Facts
- Mode of Attendance: Full-time
- Length of course: Three years
- Awarding institution: BIMM University
- Campus delivery: Birmingham and Essex
- Language of study: English
- Final award: Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Early Confirmation Discount
An early confirmation discount for study in the UK of £2,000 or €2,000 for study in Germany or Ireland for each year of study is available to all international students ineligible for home (domestic) fees who have an offer to study with us at any of our campuses in the UK, Germany or Ireland.
Discount eligibility
To be eligible for the Early Confirmation Discount, you must:
- Be an overseas applicant ineligible for home (domestic) fees
- Apply and receive an offer to study a BIMM University course
- Accept your offer
- Pay your deposit, if applicable, by the deadline of 15th June 2024
- The scholarship will automatically be deducted from your fees when you enroll.
This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount, offer, or scholarship.
Future Talent Scholarship
Launching for September 2024 entry, the new Future Talent Scholarships provide a full 3-year tuition fee for undergraduate students studying courses in music, film, acting, or creative technology. These scholarships are aimed at candidates from low-income households and/or groups under-represented in the creative industries. We are looking to support those who demonstrate talent in their chosen discipline, strong creative potential, and a high motivation for a career in the creative industries.
The scholarship offers financial support, a supportive training environment, and a skills and career development program designed to support progression to future careers in the creative industries.
Curriculum
Year 1
All students take the following core modules in their first year of study.
- Dance Fundamentals 1
- Musical Theatre Fundamentals 1
- The Creative Industries
- Dance Fundamentals 2
- Musical Theatre Fundamentals 2
- The Creative Industries & You
Year 2
A range of option modules can be selected in Year 2 subject to availability and student demand.
- Dance Development
- Musical Theatre Development
- Creative Collaboration
- Devised Performance
- Tutor Led Performance
- Creativity, Identity, and Agency
- Applied Choreography- Optional
- Applied Musical Theatre- Optional
- Acting for Camera- Optional
Year 3
A range of optional modules can be selected in Year 3 subject to availability and student demand
- Final Project
- Professional Portfolio
- Advanced Dance, Singing and Acting
- Devised Professional Performance
- Final Showcase
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Progression
Graduates can progress directly to employment in theatre and related creative industries.