Program Overview
The Acting at Birmingham City University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Acting programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Acting programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Acting
- Workshops
- Skills
- Professional Studies
- Production
- Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Essential
- Admission is by audition, but we would normally require a degree course or equivalent, or relevant professional experience.
- The course is also suitable for professional actors seeking a refresher course.
- The MA option is designed for those with suitable academic abilities.
- To ensure high quality tuition, we normally have a maximum of 14 students enrolled onto the course each year.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birmingham City University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Birmingham City University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 14 January 2026
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months