Acting and Education BA (Hons)
    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 19,268 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Acting and Education BA (Hons)

    About

    ACTING BA (HONS)

    Are you ready to step into the spotlight and pursue your future in acting? Our Acting BA (Hons) is a dynamic acting course designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and creativity to thrive on stage and screen.

    This acting degree explores both the history and practice of acting, giving you the tools to apply techniques across theatre, performance, and screen. You’ll develop a deep understanding of classical and contemporary approaches to acting, while building the confidence and versatility needed for today’s creative industries.

    Based in Liverpool’s vibrant School of Creative and Performing Arts, you’ll learn from experienced tutors and professionals, gaining hands-on experience and transferable skills that prepare you for a career in acting or related fields. Whether your ambition is stage, screen, or beyond, this acting course will empower you to perform, create, and inspire.

    For more details and information about this course visit:
    Acting BA (Hons)

    EDUCATION

    Our Education degree lets you explore the personal, social, cultural, and political forces that shape learning. If you want to understand how and why we learn—both in the UK and worldwide—come study with us. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on education.

    At Liverpool Hope, you’ll build both academic and practical skills. You’ll learn to use research and evidence, preparing you for various careers. You’ll also grow personally, reflecting on your values and priorities. This will help you make key decisions in your career. Our degree brings education to life, tackling questions like, “Can education overcome inequality?” and “How will technology change learning and teaching?” We look deeper, uncovering the hidden mechanics that influence how education functions. By drawing on theories from psychology, sociology, history, economics, and philosophy, we show how the world works. This gives you the tools to make a difference in society.

    Studying Education at Liverpool Hope University makes you a Hope Education Professional. You’ll critically assess current policies and practices, apply educational theory, and strive to make a positive impact. This degree is a strong foundation for those who want to train as teachers or pursue other education-related careers.

    For more details and information about this course visit:
    Education

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Education


    A-Levels
    BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points
    112 UCAS Tariff points must come from a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent). Additional points can be made up from a range of alternative qualifications.
    Find out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth, by using the Tariff calculator.
    BTEC
    DMM
    Access to HE
    112 Tariff Points
    IB
    26 points
    Irish Leaving Certificate
    112 Tariff Points from Higher Level qualifications only
    Welsh Baccalaureate
    This qualification can only be accepted in conjunction with other relevant qualifications
    T-Levels
    Merit
    Subject Requirements
    No specific subject requirements


    - General Secondary Education Certificate plus successful completion of a recognised foundation programme

    - Associate Degree: Passed

    - Diploma from a Health College/Institute

    - Diploma from a Techinical College/Vocational Institute

    Acting BA (Hons)


    A-Levels
    BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points
    112 UCAS Tariff points must come from a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent). Additional points can be made up from a range of alternative qualifications.
    Find out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth, by using the Tariff calculator.
    BTEC
    DMM
    Access to HE
    112 Tariff Points
    IB
    26 points
    Irish Leaving Certificate
    112 Tariff Points from Higher Level qualifications only
    Welsh Baccalaureate
    This qualification can only be accepted in conjunction with other relevant qualifications
    T-Levels
    Merit
    Subject Requirements
    No specific subject requirements


    - General Secondary Education Certificate plus successful completion of a recognised foundation programme

    - Associate Degree: Passed

    - Diploma from a Health College/Institute

    - Diploma from a Techinical College/Vocational Institute

    English Program Requirements

    Education

    6.0 overall (with reading and writing at 6.0) and no individual score lower than 5.5. We also accept a wide range of International Qualifications. For more information, please visit our English Language Requirements page.

    Acting BA (Hons)

    6.0 overall (with reading and writing at 6.0) and no individual score lower than 5.5. We also accept a wide range of International Qualifications. For more information, please visit our English Language Requirements page.

    Career

    Education

    Careers

    Past graduates of Education have gone on to have careers as Teachers, Safeguarding Officers, Care Support Workers, and Coaches, as well as careers in the social and caring professions, journalism, administration, human resources and general management.

    The creative, transferable skills that you will develop as part of the degree are ideal preparation for a wide range of careers in the education system, professional training, personal development and more.

    Many graduates choose to continue their studies by doing either an MA, PGCE or PGDE postgraduate degree. You will also be offered the opportunity to apply to transfer onto the 4-year Master of Education degree course during your first 2 years of study.

    Enhancement opportunities

    Work Placement Opportunities

    All students will be offered placement opportunities.

    For students on the BA Education single honours programme this will be related to an assessed part of the course.

    The 4-year Master of Education degree course

    The 4-year Master of Education (MEd) course is an integrated 4-year degree course for Education students. The first 3 years are in common with the BA Education single honours or combined honours course. Students studying the BA Education may apply to transfer to the MEd at any time during their first two years, subject to the University regulations on completion and progression.


    SALA

    The Service and Leadership Award (SALA) is offered as an extra-curricular programme involving service-based experiences, development of leadership potential and equipping you for a career in a rapidly changing world. It enhances your degree, it is something which is complimentary but different and which has a distinct ‘value-added’ component. Find out more on our Service and Leadership Award page.


    Study Abroad

    As part of your degree, you can choose to spend either a semester or a full year of study at one of our partner universities as part of our Study Abroad programme. Find out more on our Study Abroad page.


    Acting BA (Hons)

    Careers

    The course will prepare students for further training and/or for a career in acting. Possible careers include teacher, mentor, artist, producer, director, actor on screen and new media, actor for gaming.

    Enhancement opportunities

    Work Placement Opportunities

    Students are able to complete a placement year and support will be provided in finding a placement. Short-term placements may be available, including the option to work as a research intern.


    SALA

    The Service and Leadership Award (SALA) is offered as an extra-curricular programme involving service-based experiences, development of leadership potential and equipping you for a career in a rapidly changing world. It enhances your degree, it is something which is complimentary but different and which has a distinct ‘value-added’ component. Find out more on our Service and Leadership Award page.


    Study Abroad

    As part of your degree, you can choose to spend either a semester or a full year of study at one of our partner universities as part of our Study Abroad programme. Find out more on our Study Abroad page.


    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,268 / year

    Acting and Education BA (Hons)

    Liverpool Hope University

    Liverpool Hope University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Liverpool