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Performance – Physical Theatre FdA

University of Bradford

Campus: Aireville Campus | Course length: Part-time 3 years


What will I study?

  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Work Based Learning
  • Performance in Context - Physical Theatre 
  • Introduction to Physical Theatre - Actor Training and Techniques
  • Production
  • Set Design and Construction
  • Drama and Theatre in the Community
  • Performance Making
  • Final Performance Project
  • Independent Study Project  

More information

The foundation degree will explore significant developments, theories, practitioners, genres and playwrights who have shaped drama, theatre and performance. Through training you will develop your own unique personal programme through movement, voice, character, imagination and play. You will develop knowledge, skills and understanding of modern drama to post-modernist performance. Other areas studied include performance skills, theatre practices, acting, making theatre, writing for performance and drama and theatre in the community. You will also undertake study and practice within the performing arts industry through the work based employability modules. Through the programme you will be required to attend regular productions, specialist visits and guest talks.


What are the entry requirements?

Reference plus the following:

  • 120 UCAS points; A2 Level or equivalent.
  • GCSEs English Language Grade C or above or equivalent.

Students without necessary qualifications but with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply for an interview.

Students with relevant HNCs may be able to transfer credit in certain modules onto the Foundation degree


Where will it take me?

Employment within the performing arts industry.

Progression onto a top-up degree programmes related to drama, theatre or performance.

BA/BSc (Hons) Professional Studies, University of Bradford


How do I apply?


if you wish to study this course part-time you can apply for the course online via our online application system

Alternatively you can download a part-time Higher Education application form here. You will need to print this out and return it to us by post..


How will I be assessed?

The mode of assessment is designed to match the individual module learning outcomes. A variety of assessment methods may be used including:  presentation; production notes; report; essay; reflective journal; tutor observation; project, portfolio and performance.