Arts University Bournemouth – Undergraduate and Foundation Open Day
4 Jul 2026, 08:00
Poole
Acting
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 28 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
Course summary
Why Choose Us?
Unique Film Production Experiences: The only acting course in the UK to offer fully integrated film production opportunities working in collaboration with filmmakers, makeup and costume artists as part of the world-renowned Bournemouth Film School (accredited by CILECT and Screenskills).
Stage Production Opportunities: Opportunities to work on stage productions in our art deco Palace Court Theatre and on a variety of exciting projects and exercises with students across multiple disciplines.
Collaboration with Industry Professionals: Opportunities to work with graduates and industry partners on our groundbreaking BFS Funding Futures scheme.
What To Expect
Dive deep into the heart of acting with an immersive, hands-on curriculum. Our practical, portfolio-driven approach ensures that you master a range of established techniques in relation to text, character and performance, alongside the core disciplines of movement, voice, and singing. Three dynamic themes run through each level: a methodological approach to actor training, engaging media training, and the exciting role of the actor as both creator and innovator. This comprehensive approach reflects the demands and diversity of the 21st century creative industries.
Cultivating Career-Ready Skills
Your journey is not just about your university experiences; it's about building a future. Our integrated professional development ensures you're equipped with indispensable skills for the creative industries. Learn to navigate the realms of film, audio, digital media and stage performance, and explore various pathways tailored to your career aspirations. Between your second and third year of study, you have the option of taking a Professional Placement Year. You take charge of securing your own placement, with guidance from your course team. Once you're here and studying with us, the course team will discuss the placement options with you, so when the time comes, you can make a decision that's right for you.
With strong connections in the industry, including successful alumni like Ryan Calais Cameron (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heaver, Retrograde), Harry Reid (Eastenders), Elliot Warren (Masters of the Air, Flesh & Bone), Caitlin Innes Edwards (Strike, Hanna, Black Mirror), Joseph Payne (Showtrial, Witcher, plays at The Globe and RSC), Mumba Dodwell (associate director for Slave Play (Noel Coward Theatre), Death of England, Othello & Rockets and Blue Lights (National Theatre); and film directors Edgar Wright (Baby Driver, Shuan of the Dead) Nick Rowland (Calm with Horses), and Molly Manning Walker (How to Have Sex), we provide a powerful network for success.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to:
Master Physical and Vocal Artistry: Develop a deep understanding of the interplay between voice and body.
Craft Compelling Characters: Engage with diverse texts and experiences to bring psychologically rich characters to life.
Create for Varied Audiences: Hone your ability to produce art that resonates with various demographics, across multiple modes of expression.
Navigate Performance Vocabularies: Understand and adapt your work to fit different contexts and spaces with ease.
Become a Reflective Practitioner: Embrace critical awareness in your artistic journey, continuously evaluating your growth.
Launch Your Career: Form your own theatre company, operate as a freelance practitioner, , and promote your personal brand through a professional digital portfolio.
The Future Starts Here
Seize the opportunity to study at a place where creativity, collaboration, and innovation come together. Enrol in our BA (Hons) Acting course at Arts University Bournemouth and join a legacy of storytellers, creators, and innovators ready to shape the future.
Modules
Assessment method
Coursework and practical assessments
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (optional) • 3 Years
Start dates
- 28 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W410
- Institution code:
- A66
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Arts University Bournemouth has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W410
- Institution code:
- A66
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
AUB considers the whole of the application when making admissions decision. While we'll make an offer based on the qualifications declared on your application, we also factor in your personal statement, your reference and – where appropriate – your portfolio or audition. Therefore, applicants who may not achieve the academic results listed here are still encouraged to apply.
We are happy to accept a wide range of qualifications, including combinations of qualifications. Please see our website for a full list of our entry requirements, including tariff points where applicable. Email Admissions (admissions@aub.ac.uk) with any queries about entry requirements. https://aub.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate
Additional entry requirements
- UK based applicants will be invited to undertake an audition on campus. Applicants outside the UK or unable to travel to campus will be asked to submit a link to a recorded audition. See https://aub.ac.uk/portfolios for more information
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, speaking and listening). IELTS Online is accepted. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | With 80 overall and a minimum score of 18 in writing, listening, and reading and 19 in speaking. Please note the home version of this test is not accepted. NEW scoring scale from January 2026 overall 4.5 with a minimum of 4 in each section. Home edition of TOEFL is not accepted. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | C | Minimum grade C |
| PTE Academic | 64 | With 64 overall and a minimum of 59 in each component |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | C | Minimum grade of C. |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | An overall score of 90 with at least 80 in each skill |
| Institution's Own Test | OIDI ELLT overall score of 6 | Oxford International Digital Institute's English Language Level Test with a score of 5 or above in each section. If you wish to take this test at a discounted rate, please contact international@aub.ac.uk for a bespoke link. |
See our website for more information on other accepted English qualifications including national curricula and required scores.https://aub.ac.uk/elp
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Caution should be given to our grades on entry data, with over half of our undergraduate applicants each year undertaking qualifications that are not included in this data. This includes the Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, which represents a sizeable number of our applicants. We encourage applications from a wide range of educational backgrounds and for more information please view our website: www.aub.ac.uk.
International entry requirements
We welcome applications from all different educational profiles and experiences as talented creatives can develop in many environments.
AUB considers the whole of the application when making admissions decision. While we'll make an offer based on the qualifications declared on your application, we also factor in your personal statement, your reference and – where appropriate – your portfolio or audition. Therefore, applicants who may not achieve the academic results listed below are still encouraged to apply.
If your country isn’t listed on our website, please reach out to our Admissions Team (admissions@aub.ac.uk) with details about your education and we would be happy to provide detailed admissions advice specific to your case. https://aub.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate#tab-1503931-qualifications-by-country
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
Not enough data available
We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £10050* | |
| EU & International | £19950* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please see our website for more information https://aub.ac.uk/fees/undergraduate.
All undergraduate courses at AUB offer an optional placement year, to be taken between your second and third years of study. If you're unsure about this optional placement, you don't need to decide now. Once you're here and studying with us, the course team will discuss the placement options with you, so when the time comes, you can make a decision that's right for you.
Course contact details
Admissions
Email:admissions@aub.ac.uk
Phone:01202 363228
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