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Professional Diploma in Performance

  • Prof Dip
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
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University of the Arts London
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2026-2027
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Course summary

The UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress into higher education or conservatoire training and may also support students intending to progress directly into employment in the performing arts industries.

This course is FREE for under-19s (please check with us at interview/enrolment)

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Prof Dip • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
5794
Institution code:
N49
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
5794
Institution code:
N49
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff

Entry includes an interview and successful audition. A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts or relevant subject at Merit grade or A Levels (C and above including Drama or relevant subject). Ideally GCSE English and Maths at minimum Grade 4 or equivalent.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£4800Year 1
Northern Ireland£4800Year 1
Scotland£4800Year 1
Wales£4800Year 1
EU£5300Year 1
International£5300Year 1

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

Enrichment activities, workshops and theatre trips – approx. £200

Sponsorship information

This course is FREE for under-19s (please check with us at interview/enrolment)

Concession: NO
Government Subsidised: NO
Student Loan Available: YES (Higher education loan may be available)

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