BA (Hons) Screen Performance Full-time
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The BA (Hons) Screen Performance course offers hands-on, professional training in key areas such as multi-camera acting and directing, scriptwriting, production skills, and multi-platform performance. Blending theory with practice, the degree gives you the opportunity to work in our fully equipped TV studios using industry standard sets and equipment. You’ll be supported by experienced professionals who are active in media and performance, and collaborate with a diverse community of actors, directors, agents, and independent film makers – building your creative network from day one.
We strongly encourage you to gain relevant industry experience during your studies and we have strong links with leading organisations like the BBC and ITV. You’ll have the unique opportunity to gain production experience with Fulwell 73 and build a portfolio of work to showcase your talent to future employers.
Key highlights
- Training in multi-camera acting, directing, scriptwriting and production skills
- Fully equipped TV studios with industry standard sets and equipment
- Taught by professionals active in media and performance
- Strong industry links with the BBC and ITV
- Production experience opportunity with Fulwell 73
- Build a portfolio of work to showcase to employers
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 96-112 — Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Dip…
- GCSE: C or above — You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above.
Scholarships
Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship
The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.
East Durham College Partnership Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500First Choice Travel Award
This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £500Global Leaders Scholarship
£6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).
Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.
Up to £1,200Interview Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Open Day Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.
Up to £1,000Sunderland College Award
Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.
Tees Valley Travel Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships
Up to £750.
Careers this course leads to
- Screen actor
- Television presenter
- Director
- Scriptwriter
- Production assistant
- Multi-platform performer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 per year
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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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