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Acting for Stage and Screen

Course details
  • 2 Study options
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Coventry University

Course summary

Build performance and production skills relevant to theatre, film, television and emerging media.

Aimed at aspiring actors, performers and performance-makers, this practice-led course is designed to equip you with essential skills in voice, movement and character development. Prepare for diverse roles across theatre, film and digital media while developing into a reflective, industry-ready practitioner.

  • Develop your craft through workshops exploring varying acting styles and methodologies.

  • Perform in professional studio spaces and across theatrical, digital and experimental platforms.

  • Gain critical insight to help you become a confident, adaptable performer and creative collaborator.

Ranked 1st for 'Student Satisfaction in the Midlands in Drama, Dance and Cinematics' by the Complete University Guide 2026, this is a practical and creative course in which you will have the opportunity to develop skills which are essential for a range of careers in the creative industries and beyond.

Why you should study this course

  • Learn through hands-on workshops in fully equipped professional studios with expert technical support for theatre, film, wardrobe, video, sound and lighting

  • Explore a range of acting styles and methodologies, devising and performing across theatrical, digital and experimental platforms.

  • Get access to modern facilities, including theatre spaces, immersive digital studios, green screens, costume stores and box office resources.

  • Benefit from teaching by experienced practitioners, industry professionals and alumni, with opportunities for unique international collaborations like the Telepresence in Theatre project.

  • Build strong industry connections locally and globally, preparing you for diverse careers in theatre, film, television and beyond.

Where our graduates work
Our graduates have gone on to further training, both in the UK and abroad and have worked in a variety of roles in the theatre and film industry from acting for Amazon Prime, BBC and Netflix, touring with both large and small scale independent theatre companies and freelance performers.

Previous graduates have secured work in the education departments of theatres including The Belgrade Theatre, The Birmingham Rep, Old Vic Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent and The Roundhouse in London. Others have found roles with a range of organisations, such as supporting national community cohesion at The Challenge, managing TEFL (Teaching of English as a Foreign Language) programmes with Dramatic English in Hong Kong, working alongside schools at specialist SEN agencies or with Live and Local promoting arts in rural Warwickshire.

Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W411
Institution code:
C85

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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