Drama and Acting

Holders of the Community College Diploma (2/3 years) with an overall GPA of 2.7 out of 4 will be considered for undergraduate entry.

To study at UWE Bristol you must demonstrate that your English level is high enough for university study. We accept a number of different Secure English Language Tests (SELT) for entry onto our degree courses, with IELTS being the most common. English language requirements vary slightly from subject to subject.

Please see a list of other acceptable English language qualifications.

Careers / Further study

Tailoring what and how you study, you can shape the course towards your chosen career path.

Our graduates go on to a career performing for theatre, television, and film.

Many progress to postgraduate courses at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School (BOVTS), the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and Central School of Speech and Drama.

You'll be supported in your final year by workshops on applications and the audition process.

Get inspired

Our award-winning careers service will develop your employment potential through career coaching and find you graduate jobs, placements and global opportunities.

We can also help find local volunteering and community opportunities, provide support for entrepreneurial activity and get you access to employer events.

Visit our employability pages to learn more about careers, employers and what our students are doing six months after graduating.

1. Register and apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
2. Apply through one of our agents or representatives in your country.
3. Meet a representative at one of our regional offices.