Acting

UCAS code: W410

Here's what UCEN Manchester says about its Acting course.

FOR THE GRAFTERS, THE CURIOUS, THE BOLD. The BA (Hons) Acting course is an intensive, craft focused degree for performers who want rigorous, high-contact training and the skills to build sustainable careers across stage, screen, audio and emerging digital media. Taught by specialist practitioners and industry professionals, it’s designed for bold, curious, hard-working actors who thrive in the rehearsal room and want to join Manchester’s fast-growing creative landscape. Across three years, you develop a sophisticated acting craft, grounded vocal and physical technique, and the professional behaviours required in today’s evolving industry. Training starts with the essential languages of the actor - voice, movement, text, imagination and presence - before expanding into screen acting, audio drama, digital performance and collaborative projects. Graduates leave as adaptable, technically secure and creatively independent performers, confident across theatre, film, TV and digital media. From week one you work in a professional rehearsal culture: around 30 contact hours per week, regular voice and movement, ensemble practice, filmed scenes, audio work, projects, showings and public performances. Tutorials, coaching and reflective practice strengthen your artistic identity and readiness for industry. • Year 1- GRAFT: foundations in authentic acting, vocal and physical technique, building character, creative play and early film and media technique. • Year 2 - DEVELOP: deeper textual understanding, greater technical range, versatility across media and growing creative independence. • Year 3 - DELIVER: public productions, screen and audio projects, showcase and a complete professional portfolio. This degree is for performers who want rigorous training in an inclusive, supportive environment that values individuality, craft and imagination. If you’re ready to work with commitment and curiosity, and explore the full stretch of your creative potential, your training begins here.

Level 4: Acting Fundamentals - 40 credits Skills for the Actor - 40 credits The Creative Impulse - 20 credits Expanded Acting Practice - 20 credits

Level 5: Contemporary Text - 20 credits Classical Text - 20 credits Digital & Recorded Media - 40 credits Embedded Skills for the Actor - 40 credits

Level 6: Public Performances - 40 credits Ensemble & Showcase Performance - 40 credits Screen - 20 credits Industry Preparation - 20 credits

Assessment on the BA (Hons) Acting degree reflects real industry practice. Most of your assessment happens through practical work including rehearsal processes, showings, performances, and filmed or recorded tasks, so we can see your technique, imagination and professionalism in action. At earlier levels, assessment focuses on how you apply core skills, collaborate, respond to direction and develop consistency. In your final year, assessment mirrors professional expectations through public productions, screen projects, showcase work and the creation of your industry portfolio. Feedback is regular, clear and practical, helping you understand your progress and supporting continuous artistic and professional growth.