Rose Bruford College
UCAS Code: W423 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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This is equivalent to two C’s at ‘A’ level or three Merits at BTEC (QCF) National Diploma or equivalent. ?We offer places based upon your future potential. We may offer you a place based on lower UCAS points than shown here, or an offer that is not linked to UCAS points if we have evidence of your potential from your application or audition/portfolio review.
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About this course
In partnership with nine American universities, American Theatre Arts offers an intensive training in trans-Atlantic performance practice, including a semester in New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Kentucky, North & South Carolina or Texas.
Our curriculum responds directly to events in the world, placing your creativity, social engagement and activism centre-stage. Our exploration of American ‘classics’ by the likes of Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, Lorraine Hansberry and August Wilson highlights their social and political contexts, complementing a critical study of the history of the USA.
Collaboration lies at the heart of the course, providing the opportunity to work alongside designers and digital artists in self-devised and multi-media productions, reflecting the cutting edge of current industry practice.
Classes in acting, musical theatre, dance, acting on camera, directing, playwriting and spoken word build to public performances in which you will participate in the creation and staging of new work mentored by experienced playwrights and composers directed by industry professionals.
The course has premiered works by writers such as Lynne Nottage, Christopher Shinn and Jennifer Haley and our graduates have featured in leading roles in the West End, regional theatre and film & television. Others have been nominated for playwriting, directing and music video awards both in the UK and USA.
**"American Theatre Arts I chose American Theatre Arts because of the amazing opportunity to study in the USA, and to understand the culture beyond the United States of America as we know it. I’ve enjoyed developing lots of different skills from many professionals and finding an artistic family where I can explore my creative outlets."** Olga, American Theatre Arts student
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Modules
Please visit our website to view the course specification in detail:
https://www.bruford.ac.uk/learn/undergraduate-courses/american-theatre-arts/
Course content is regularly reviewed, to make it relevant and current. Course modules are therefore subject to change.
Assessment methods
Assessment will be through: Performances; Coursework, presentations and portfolios; Continuous practical assessment
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Extra funding
Please visit https://www.bruford.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/ for further information on financial support including Low income bursaries and the Principal's scholarship
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