Performing Arts BA (Hons)
University of ChesterCreative Campus, Kingsway, Chester
Course overview
Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. Our BA Performing Arts degree allows you to unlock your creative potential and explore acting, dance, voice and multimedia performance. Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment where you’ll collaborate closely with experienced lecturers.
Key highlights
- Explore acting, dance, voice and multimedia performance
- Collaborate closely with experienced lecturers
- Dynamic, creative learning environment for developing performance skills
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104 — Home Students International Students 104 UCAS Points UCAS Tariff 104 points GCE A Level Typical offer - BCC BTEC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scottish Highers Irish Highers: H3…
- A-level: BCC — Home Students International Students 104 UCAS Points UCAS Tariff 104 points GCE A Level Typical offer - BCC BTEC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scottish Highers Irish Highers: H3 H3…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 28 — …104 points GCE A Level Typical offer - BCC BTEC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scottish Highers Irish Highers: H3 H3 H3 H4 H4 Scottish Highers: BBBB Access requirements Access to H…
- Scottish Highers: BBBB — Access requirements
- Access to HE Diploma — to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above
- T-level: Pass — …Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above T Level Pass (C or above on the core) OCR Cambridge Technicals OCR Extended Diploma: DMM Extra Information Applicants will be required to attend an…
- Additional condition: audition — …Diploma: DMM Extra Information Applicants will be required to attend an audition.
Careers this course leads to
- Actor
- Dancer
- Performer
- Drama workshop facilitator
- Community arts practitioner
- Multimedia performer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees
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 Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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