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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Chester
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
20-SEP-21
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Explore your creativity as you develop skills in dance, drama and technology.
Course overview
This course invites you to explore performance from a variety of angles, encompassing dance, drama and interactive performance – not just as separate subjects, but allowing you to work at the intersection between them. As you progress, you will define your own specialism to make you a well-rounded, multidisciplinary performer.
Why study this course with us?
The Performing Arts course at Chester is taught by a knowledgeable group of staff who come from a wide variety of performance backgrounds, which will enable you to draw from a wide variety of skillsets and knowledge bases in order to help craft your own niche in this field.
While the course will focus on live performance in dance and drama, you will also learn about interactivity and the use of technology in performance, using the latest software and hardware.
Teaching methods
You will be taught in our well-equipped performance studios and computer suites. The focus throughout your studies is working with us in a professional way as preparation for your future.
Assessment
You will be assessed in a variety of ways, many of which are designed to simulate what happens in the world of performing arts.
Job prospects
The course is designed to produce multi-skilled, employable graduates who are able to work in many areas across the performing arts industries, as well as in other professions. The department has an impressive record on employability, our focus being on graduate skills throughout.
Careers service
The University has an award winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum; through employer contact and through tailored group sessions and individual information, advice and guidance.
Careers and Employability - Student Futures aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.
Application deadline
15 January
Tuition fees
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12,750per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : BCC - BBC
Including A-level Drama and Theatre Studies, Performing Arts or Performance Studies
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