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Bachelor of Acting and Physical Theatre
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Acting and Physical Theatre is a 3-year full-time undergraduate degree offered by the East 15 Acting School at the University of Essex.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Acting and Physical Theatre. Apply relevant analytical
- Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.
Career outcomes
- Actor and performer on stage
- Film and TV
- Puppeteer
- Aerial specialist
- Street and clown performer
Curriculum
- 3-Year full-time course in Acting and Physical Theatre
- 360 Credits in total
- Taught by the East 15 Acting School. Compulsory modules include Skills I
- Mime
- Narrative and Story Theatre
- Mask
- Poor Theatre: At Work on Grotowski
- Contextual Studies I. The course includes Final Performance Project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- UK entry: Applicants will need to submit a video audition and
- If successful
- Complete a recall audition/workshop
- Applicants should also have
- or expect to have: A-levels: EE
- or 32 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels.
- International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-levels, IB, BTEC, Access to HE or recognised international equivalent by country) plus GCSE English C/4 or equivalent, Some courses need subject grades, Auditions (East 15) or interviews.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Entry requirements and UCAS code. Apply through UCAS (Essex institution code E70) or
- If not applying via UCAS
- Directly online. Pay the UCAS fee if applying through UCAS. Provide qualifications
- Personal statement
- Reference and English evidence (GCSE English C/4 or equivalent if you need a Student visa). Attend the East 15 audition or interview. After an offer
- Pay a tuition fee deposit or show recognised sponsor funding to receive your CAS (deposit is not needed for UCAS applicants). Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £23,750 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £34,577 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Colchester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | East 15 Acting School |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | 2027-28 International Undergraduate Scholarship: 5000 GBP first-year tuition reduction for overseas fee-paying students from listed countries, Including Cambodia. Individual nationality, Fee status and other conditions apply. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £23,750 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £34,577 GBP. The estimated living cost is £12,768 GBP.
An interview is required.

