Acting and Performance BA(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Acting and Performance at Huddersfield is a production-based course for those that wish to create their own performances and workshops through acting or directing. While studying with us, you'll: At Huddersfield, we believe that to really grow as a creative artist, you need to be dedicated and look for opportunities to broaden your horizons. Our goal, therefore, is to give you the chance to develop your skills and knowledge to follow the pathway of your choice, whether through acting, directing, via the technical aspects of the subject, or by using your degree to teach others.
We’re ranked 37th in the world for ‘Performing Arts’, via QS World University Subject Rankings, 2025. In the National Student Survey 2025, Drama is ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback.
Key highlights
- Production-based course focused on creating your own performances and workshops
- Pathways in acting, directing, technical theatre or teaching others
- Ranked 37th in the world for Performing Arts, QS 2025
- Drama ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback, NSS 2025
- Optional placement year available
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BCC — BBB-BCC at A Level . 120-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — BBB-BCC at A Level . 120-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level .
- BTEC: DMM-MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Actor
- Theatre director
- Drama workshop facilitator
- Drama teacher
- Stage manager
- Theatre technician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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