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Diploma of Performing and Production Arts
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
One-year UAL Level 3 musical theatre and dance diploma at Granton Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop creative and technical skills relevant to Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre and Dance)
- Create and evaluate subject-related work
- And communicate ideas through appropriate media and methods.
Career outcomes
- Musical theatre performer
- Actor
- Singer
- Teacher
- Performing artist
Curriculum
- One-year diploma organised in projects. Project 1 covers technique and performance (principles of performance
- Engaging an audience
- Introduction to professional practice
- Critical and contextual awareness)
- With further projects developing musical theatre and dance performance.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Nat 5 or equivalent and a strong personal statement
- Entry based on a practical audition.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school leaving qualification after at least 11 years of school education, Online interview, Audition or portfolio for creative courses.
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5 (min 5.5 each skill
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- English Language Evidence (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements and the English test requirement on the course page and the international pages. Complete the online International Student Application Form. Upload qualifications
- Passport
- Current UK visa if any
- SELT certificate and personal statement. Attend the Admissions and Visa Interview on Zoom if invited. Receive the Conditional Offer
- Return the Course Acceptance Form and pay the deposit
- Typically 100% of the course fee. HND students needing a two-year visa may pay both years upfront
- Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Receive pre-arrival information (accommodation
- Airport pick-up
- Induction).
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £8,736 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £10,539 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Granton Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Creative Industries |
| Department | Department of Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre and Dance) |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £8,736 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £10,539 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5 (min 5.5 each skill. An interview is required.

