BA (Hons)Theatre and Performance

Study location	United Kingdom, Guildford, Surrey
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Hons)
Course code	W440

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) A-level grades ABB. GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent). Grade A at A-level in an arts, humanities or social science subject. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each band) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: Overall score of 169 or above, with at least 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. Offers are normally made in terms of grades. Suitable candidates may be invited for an audition and/or interview.

More information	surrey.ac.uk/..ate/theatre-and-performance

Overview

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Programme structure

Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4)
In Year 1, emphasis is placed on performing bodies and theatre and performance texts. Key concepts and a foundation of core knowledge, practices and methods are introduced. As part of the practical pathway, you look at strategies to develop character, while in theoretical modules you explore the different ways in which text and the body have been understood at key points in the history of theatre. We will also introduce you to foundational elements of theatre production and design.

Modules include:

Introduction to Theatre and Performance Studies
The Theatrical Text
Performing Bodies
Acting: Actor and Character
Production: An Introduction
Production: Professional Competencies
Theatre Project: Preparation and Process
Theatre Project: Practice and Performance

Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5)
The thematic emphasis in Year 2 is on space and place in performance, and on less textually-centred approaches to stage craft, with introductions to a range of theories and methods to encourage and guide effective performance analysis and critical thinking. In practice-led modules you explore devising for performance, taking the metaphor of the laboratory to focus your practice, as well as autobiographical performance. The professional pathway focuses on the theory, craft and core skills involved in theatre production.

Modules include:

Critical Thinking in Performance
Research Methodologies
Arts Analysis
The Art and Performance of Place
Digital Performance
Production Skills
Acting: The Actor and the Self
Theatre Laboratory: Devising
Theatre Laboratory: Performance
Independent Study (1 & 2)
Professional Training placement (optional)
During this year, you are supported in gaining valuable experience in degree-related professions such as marketing, education, outreach, audience development, community work, media, or arts administration. A University supervisor and a workplace mentor will guide you through an original work programme in an industry context.

Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6)
In Year 3, thematic focus settles on theatre and performance audiences, as well as the contexts that support and develop theatre and performance production. Different kinds of audience engagement are explored (spectatorship, participation and immersion) and research is considered not only as an integral part of analysing theatre and performance, but of making, producing and programming it as well. Collaborative, practice-led initiatives are complemented by an individual dissertation project, which can involve a practical element.

Modules include:

Performing Audiences
Special Topic
Dramaturgy
International Arts Programming
Theory, Design, Practice
Acting: Advanced Practice
Company: Formation and Development
Company: Practice and Performance
Dissertation

Career opportunities

Our Theatre Studies degree equips you with skills, knowledge and experience that will be valuable for a range of careers in such areas as arts administration, community work, cultural policy, media, creative arts, arts education, performance, technical production and personnel or tourism management. Throughout your degree, you will secure goals and competencies that will help you to prepare for a specific career path.

During your time on the Theatre Studies programme, you will have a personal tutor who will monitor progress and offer advice and guidance. You will identify an individual career path and establish a plan that will support your career aspirations. Teaching on the programme is informed by professional practices, to support your work on the degree and to prepare you for life in the placement year and in a career after university.