Theatre and Performance Practice

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID W440

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,120 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Theatre and Performance Practice

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Earning a degree in theatre and performance can pave the way to an array of exciting career opportunities – on the stage and behind the scenes. Whether you’re looking to perform in front of live audiences or on screen, direct your own productions or make devised performances for touring, or write your own plays or screenplays, our theatre and performance degree course will give you the tools you need to take the first step in your chosen profession.

Delivering a diverse range of learning opportunities across the spectrum from mainstream stage, TV and radio to experimental performance forms and multimedia work, this course gives you the chance to combine academic study with practical approaches to performance. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge you need to establish yourself as a theatre and performance professional, as well as have many extra curricula opportunities to gain invaluable voluntary (sometimes paid) work experience through our substantial relationships with creative professionals working in the industry, some of whom also teach on our skills-based optional modules.

You’ll be able to choose from a wide range of options to suit your individual interests, from theatre acting and directing, playwriting, making theatre for engagement in communities, to acting and presenting for TV and for motion capture, and more. You’ll also take part in publicly performed projects, led by professional directors. And as your studies in theatre and performance progress, you’ll form your own groups to rehearse and produce your own theatre work, performed to a public audience at our graduate festival: Debut.

Want to find out more about the Theatre and Performance degrees at Salford? You can sign up to an Open Day or attend a campus tour.

You can read the latest newsletter from our Performance team here.

You will:

Create and perform cutting-edge theatre in a vibrant city with a thriving theatre, arts and music scene
Build your professional profile and develop your career path by taking part in focused masterclasses led by leading creative practitioners
Develop your creativity, acting and performance-making skills by exploring a range of live and mediated performance approaches, often taught by industry professionals

International

students accepted

You’ll have access to our wardrobe which has props, wigs, costumes and equipment that you could use to bring performances to life.

Winners at the Create Student Awards 2022

You’ll learn performance skills for a range of mediums by using our custom-built sets at our New Adelphi building.

You’ll graduate with friends that share your interests

When you study with us, you’ll have access to books, articles, videos and other resources for free through the Library Reading List

This is for you if...

You want to develop your skills, knowledge and employment prospects in theatre, live and screen-based performance.

You have a passion in acting for TV and stage, theatre making, writing or directing and are keen to gain hands-on experience with creative professionals.

You want to launch a professional career in performance practice and develop a strong portfolio of work.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

APPLICANT PROFILE

To gain a place on this Theatre and Performance Practice degree, youâll have to submit a personal statement and meet our entry requirements when you apply.

Within your theatre and performance practice personal statement (up to 4,000 characters), weâll want to understand:

What motivates you and what current experiences do you have in terms of theatre - this could be physical theatre, community theatre, stage management, voice and singing work, other types of performance
Have you had active involvement in the arts, and what did you do?
What theatre, performances, or live productions or practitioners inspire you?
Why do you want to work in the performance sector?
Why is the University of Salford and this performance degree the right choice for your future goals?

For some applicants, you may be invited to a group interview, audition and workshop. We will let you know if this is the case and provide all the information you need.

Once youâve made your application to study with us, weâll contact you and let you know the next steps.

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English Language at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

104-112 points.

A level

104-112 points.

T level

Merit

BTEC National Diploma

DMM including Performing Arts or similar subject

BTEC Higher National Diploma

If you have a relevant HND you can join the course at year 2

Access to HE

Pass level 3 QAA approved Access Diploma, to include Media/Performance

Scottish Highers

104-112 points including Performing Arts or similar subject

Irish Leaving Certificate

104-112 points including Performing Arts or similar subject

International Baccalaureate

29 points, to include 5 or 6 (Higher Level) in a relevant subject

European Baccalaureate

Pass Diploma with 72% overall

International students

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements.

If you are an international student and not from a majority English speaking country, you will need IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5.

We also accept a range of other English language qualifications. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take the Pre-Sessional English course to gain entry onto this degree.

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

What about after uni?

CAREER PROSPECTS

Studying for a Theatre and Performance Practice degree opens a variety of exciting career opportunities in related fields and beyond. Many of our graduates have established careers in an impressive range of arts, entertainment and media organisations, including the Royal Exchange Theatre, Contact Theatre, Oldham Coliseum Theatre, BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and some have gone on to work with streaming services like Netflix.

Many graduates have gone on to work professionally as performers, theatre directors, creative producers, casting directors, artistic directors, theatre makers, TV and radio actors, teachers and community theatre practitioners. And it doesn’t end there. As a bachelor of theatre and performance, you’ll also have access to a range of Employability masterclasses that focus on scriptwriting, directing, researching, performing producing and more. These opportunities will enhance your learning, professional development and future career prospects.

FURTHER STUDY

Graduates showing strong academic and research skills can pursue a further postgraduate path through our Postgraduate programmes on a full-time or part-time basis subject to a satisfactory proposal.

A taste of what you could become

An actor

A comedian

A screenwriter

A producer

A director

And more...

Career Links

As part of your Theatre and Performance degree, you’ll be taught by a team of expert teaching staff, researchers and practitioners who have worked with some of the UK’s leading companies, including Blast Theory, Imitating the Dog, Quarantine and Reckless Sleepers. You’ll also benefit from our industry links with global organisations such as BBC TV, ITV, Channel 4 and theatre venues such as The Lowry, HOME, Contact Theatre and the University’s own New Adelphi Theatre.