Overview

Theatre is the beating heart of the UK’s thriving creative industries, internationally renowned for nurturing some of the world’s best talent, both onstage and behind the scenes. This innovative degree will allow you to gain the skills you need to build a portfolio career in the arts.

 

Why choose a Theatre BA at Middlesex?

Our highly practical course, which is taught by industry experts, gives you the freedom to follow your passions and discover your talents as an actor, designer or director. Plus, our London location means you'll benefit from the city's buzzing theatre industry, from the world-famous West End to working with established venues and companies as part of your degree.

 

You can choose to specialise in the following:

• BA Theatre (Acting)

• BA Theatre (Design)

• BA Theatre (Directing).

 

What you will gain

This is a practical degree – everything you learn you'll be able to put into practice in our theatre spaces and at external partner venues, with a large-scale production every year and many more practical projects.

 

You’ll learn all the performance, design, technical and dramaturgical skills you'll need to stage your work, as well as how to collaborate and communicate with others to bring all your different skills and interests together. You’ll also learn how to reflect on and contextualise your practice through presentations, portfolios and written tasks.

 

You'll gain exposure to the industry through placements, external projects and seminars, and learn how to negotiate a career in the fast-changing creative industries.

 

Over 85% of our graduates are in full-time employment or further study within 15 months. Others choose to train further at drama school or start their own businesses.