Theatre and Performance (Top-Up)

Why study this course?

This is a top-up version of our Theatre and Performance BA (Hons) degree. A top-up degree is the final year (Level 6) of an undergraduate degree course and is for those who have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, or those wishing to study the final year of their degree in London.

This Theatre and Performance Practice (Top-up) BA is taught by active theatre practitioners and companies. You'll become a versatile artist with classes in acting, directing, movement, writing, dramaturgy, design, producing and theory. Our tutors have exceptional teaching experience and are committed to helping you reach your full potential.

More about this course

We believe in learning by doing, so you'll be making and presenting performances continuously. Every element of the course has been carefully designed to prepare you for working life. We teach professional conduct to help you meet the high standards expected by employers. You will also learn the skills required to set up your own projects and companies.

You could learn from practitioners working with the National Theatre, Royal Court, Cirque du Soleil, and other international companies. Our students have had numerous classes and talks with artists from Complicite, one of the country’s most celebrated theatre ensembles. Our course also has links with companies and festivals in cities across the world, including New York and Rome.