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Performance in Musical Theatre
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
Course summary
This course is taught at the Performance Preparation Academy (PPA) in Guildford.
This programme will provide you with constant opportunities to learn by doing, developing your creativity in a variety of scenarios, such as presentation, devised work and rehearsal based projects. Your work will also be underpinned by a detailed level of research, which will enhance your understanding of a wide range of contexts. You will develop as a “thinking performer” through opportunities to reflect on your process and environment, including dissertation and writing workshops, increasing your longevity and desirability within the profession.
De Montfort University has partnered with the Performance Preparation Academy (PPA) who offer enviable industry links and will promote you into the world of Musical Theatre with access to agents, casting directors and potential employers, via exciting public performances, auditions and work-based learning opportunities, and your Showcase in London’s West End. As with PPA's 3 Year Professional Diploma in Musical Theatre course, you will have access to an outstanding team of successful industry mentors to help you to develop your networking skills whilst still in training.
This course is based at PPA in Guildford, please contact on 01483 459080 for further information.
https://ppacademy.co.uk/ba-hons-performance-in-musical-theatre/
To apply for this course you will need to have 96 UCAS points and be over the age of 18 years old by the start date of the course.
Modules
5 per year
Assessment method
Practical and written
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
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:
- W312
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Performance Preparation Academy (Guildford)
- Campus Code:
- P
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
De Montfort University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- W312
- 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
- Year 2
International applicants
PPA are currently not able to take international students unless they have a UK passport
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
Additional entry requirements
- Audition
- You must book your own audition using the following link once you have made your application via UCAS - https://audition.ppacademy.co.uk/public/ Please note, the audition fee is £45. If you have already booked an audition, then you do not need to do this again.
English language requirements
All applicants are to be fluent in English speaking and writing
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
| 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
Phone:01483 459080
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