Course Modules

Projects are collaborative exercises wherein students can work together in various ways to apply and celebrate their learning. Projects will develop an expanded understanding of contemporary theatre, exploring collaborative practice as a core (and additional) skillset for actors, directors and […]

This is a comprehensive module, seeking to establish an understanding of foundation skills essential in actor training. As such, it represents 50% of first-year delivery and identified learning. There are four core classes: Movement: This class aims to introduce and

In this module, you will develop an exploration of musical style in practical work and encourage a willingness to approach new and more ambitious repertoires. A more sophisticated relationship to presenting performance and to preparing for audition will be encouraged,

In this module, you will focus on producing a professional standard in performance, demonstrating confidence within the chosen repertoire and technical and expressive maturity. An appropriate balance in programming and the ability to lean towards either a supporting or leadership

Working in parallel to the performance development strand, this module allows you to explore your potential as team players in performance. Repertoire building and a variety of different performance contexts are discussed, leading to a clearer view of the achievement

This module aims to provide you with an introduction to the nature of political ideology. It will familiarise you with definitional discussions, including Marxist, Liberal, and ‘Truth Neutral’ approaches. You will be introduced to the relationships between political ideology and

You’ll explore the extraordinary phenomenon that destroyed entire communities in early modern Europe when the use of magic was outlawed and witch-hunting was ferociously prosecuted. Societies throughout this period were imbued with notions of magic inherited from ancient civilisations, but

You will analyse the significant pandemic, commonly known as the Black Death, which swept across Europe from the 1340s to the 1660s, exploring the political, cultural, environmental, and economic backdrop. You will also reflect upon the role of textual and

In this independent, project-driven, module, you will have the opportunity to pursue your own enthusiasms and specialisms. This will usually take the form of a portfolio of creative work or a written research project.

In this module, you will develop creative and technical skills in the editing, composition and synchronisation of music for film, TV, Animation and advertising projects. Through viewing, listening and detailed structural analysis, you will be introduced to a wide range