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Singing & Acting
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
Course summary
This programme will provide you with constant opportunities to learn by practically developing your creativity in a variety of scenarios, such as presentation, group discussion, solo and collaborative creative opportunities, devised work and rehearsal-based projects.
You will work will also be underpinned by a detailed level of research, which will enhance your understanding of a wide range of contexts. You will be introduced to theorists and practitioners and develop your technical ability alongside your creative instincts. You will develop as a “thinking performer” through opportunities to reflect on your process and environments, including masterclasses in professional practice which will ultimately support your longevity and desirability within the profession.
In your third year, your Professional Portfolio will prepare you to enter the professional industry with an enhanced awareness of your casting and position as a creative.
De Montfort University has partnered with Performance Preparation Academy (PPA) who offer enviable industry links and will promote you into the world of the Singing Actor. This will give you access to agents, casting directors and potential employers via your Showcase in London’s West End. You will have access to an outstanding team of successful industry mentors to help you develop your networking skills whilst in training.
This course is based at PPA in Guildford. Please contact us on 01483 459080 for further information. Alternatively, you can visit our website: https://ppacademy.co.uk/ba-hons-singing-acting/.
Modules
Level 4 – Fundamentals of Singing / Fundamentals of Acting / Fundamental of Voice & Movement / Musical Theatre Project
Level 5 – Singing Skills for Today’s Industry / Acting Skills for Today’s Industry / The Industry-Prepared Singing Actor / Musical Theatre Project
Level 6 – Public Performance 1 / Public Performance 2 / Professional Portfolio / The Singing Actor’s Repertoire
Assessment method
Practical and video presentation
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 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:
- W414
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
- Campus Code:
- P
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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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:
- W414
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - DDE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits
You MUST apply for this course through both our Audition System on our website and also through UCAS.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 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
Please note, this fee is subject to parliamentary procedure and will also be subject to a compounded annual inflationary increase. It is expected to be confirmed in early 2026 and may change in future years of study.
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Performance Preparation Academy
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