Contemporary acting is competitive. You need know your strengths as a performer and develop them to the highest level possible through practice and direction.When you audition for a role or drama school, you need to be able to demonstrate your range and ability in as little as three minutes.Being prepared isn't just about learning your lines, it's about choosing the right one and being ready for changes and questions on the day.Studying drama and acting prepares you for these challenges so you have the best chance to make an impression.

Work closely with our supportive theatre community to share ideas and work as collectively on productions.

Build your skills in all aspects of performing and gain plenty of practical experience.Play a part in Bristol's vibrant culture, with regular exchanges between the university and local theatre network. Get support to form your own theatre company, producing your own extra-curricular work and making the most of rehearsal and performance space.As an actor, you will devise and perform original pieces of theatre. Specialist workshops led by staff and industry professionals will give you the chance to develop skills such as auditioning for theatre, film and television, and you'll showcase your work at the New Performance Festival.

Where can it take me?

You'll graduate ready for a career performing for theatre, television, and film.

You may also choose to progress to further study with one of the country's prestigious theatre schools such as the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).

Careers

Our graduates of thisÊ atÊÊgo on to a career performing for theatre, television, and film. Many progress to postgraduate courses at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School (BOVTS), the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and Central School of Speech and Drama.