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BA Drama and Contemporary Performance

Manchester Metropolitan University

Institution
Manchester Metropolitan University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BA (Hons) Drama and Contemporary Performance
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
W410
Typical offer
A-level BCC, IB 26, UCAS 104

Entry requirements

A level: BCC IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English

About this course

BA (Hons) in Performance and Design for Theatre and Screen. Core topics include Design & Creative Practice, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes ensemble-based performance projects and a supervised Final Project involving student-led performance creation. The final year includes publicly presented performance festivals.

Modules

  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
  • Performing
  • Critical Perspectives in Classical and Modern Theatre
  • Directed Project
  • An Introduction to Directing and Devising
  • Performing and Acting
  • Critical Perspectives in Postmodern and Contemporary Theatre
  • Specialist Practice
  • Theatre Making
  • Artist Project
  • Professional Practices
  • Final Project
  • Critical Practice in Contemporary Performance