Lancaster University
UCAS Code: W442 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Theatre, Drama, Dance or Performance are considered desirable but applications from those studying other subjects who can demonstrate experience and interest in practical theatre are welcomed
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
**Why Lancaster?**
- Study cutting-edge contemporary theatre and discover how you can make a real difference in society through performance
- Benefit from our close relationship with leading creative and cultural organisations such as Lancaster Arts, the Dukes Theatre and leading professional theatre companies
- Graduate from a top university with a CV packed with practical experience
- Perform in group-devised projects each year, leading up to our final degree show
We believe that theatre is more than an art form. It can make a difference to society, influence people and help to create change. We equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to be ground-breaking practitioners, and they go on to exciting careers within the creative and cultural industries.
**Theatre for a changing world**
We teach drama with a focus on experimental 20th and 21st-century theatre and performance. Through practical and theoretical investigation, you’ll gain knowledge of many modes of acting and theatre production.
The ability to choose from a wide range of modules – from Theatre for Social Change, Community Theatre and Visual Theatre to Performing Texts and Environmental Performance – makes this a really flexible degree.
Your degree is based in the Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts, and in this rich creative environment you can focus solely on theatre or take the opportunity to combine with modules in art, film or related subject areas.
You will be taught by professional theatre practitioners and top academics, and benefit from their links to leading creative and cultural organisations.
Our Creative Enterprise module allows you to work on a live project to deliver a creative arts initiative in the community. This kind of experience is great for your personal development and your CV.
**Flexibility**
In the first year, there is a focus on increasing your knowledge and skills in your major degree subject. You will also have the option to complement your degree studies with a module in a 'minor subject'.
The Uni
Lancaster University
Lancaster Institute for Contemporary Arts (LICA)
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