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BA (Hons) Drama and Contemporary Performance
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredProgram Recognition
•Part of the Manchester School of Theatre at Manchester Metropolitan University
•TEF Gold (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027)
•97.4% of students positive about teaching staff being good at explaining things (NSS 2025)
Training
•Three-year degree combining artistic practice, critical inquiry, and professional development
•Develops skills as theatre maker, performer, director, writer, and facilitator
•Public-facing performance festivals and ensemble productions each year
•Engagement with professional artists and industry experts throughout the program
Professional Development
•87.6% of graduates employed or in further study within 15 months
•Graduates work as theatre makers, performers, directors, producers, facilitators, and teachers
Facilities
•Purpose-built building with fully equipped performance studios and 180-seat theatre
•In the heart of Manchester with access to HOME, The Lowry, Contact Theatre, Royal Exchange Theatre, and Factory International
•Large technical team providing production support
Academic info
Snapshot
53%
Satisfaction
100%
Grad Rate
£23k
Earnings
5yr after
Costs & Aid
Home Tuition
£9,790
UK/EU students
International Tuition
£21,500
overseas students
Program info updated 1h ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Part of the Manchester School of Theatre at Manchester Metropolitan University
•TEF Gold (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027)
•97.4% of students positive about teaching staff being good at explaining things (NSS 2025)
Training
•Three-year degree combining artistic practice, critical inquiry, and professional development
•Develops skills as theatre maker, performer, director, writer, and facilitator
•Public-facing performance festivals and ensemble productions each year
•Engagement with professional artists and industry experts throughout the program
Professional Development
•87.6% of graduates employed or in further study within 15 months
•Graduates work as theatre makers, performers, directors, producers, facilitators, and teachers
Facilities
•Purpose-built building with fully equipped performance studios and 180-seat theatre
•In the heart of Manchester with access to HOME, The Lowry, Contact Theatre, Royal Exchange Theatre, and Factory International
•Large technical team providing production support
Program Recognition
•Part of the Manchester School of Theatre at Manchester Metropolitan University
•TEF Gold (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027)
•97.4% of students positive about teaching staff being good at explaining things (NSS 2025)
Training
•Three-year degree combining artistic practice, critical inquiry, and professional development
•Develops skills as theatre maker, performer, director, writer, and facilitator
•Public-facing performance festivals and ensemble productions each year
•Engagement with professional artists and industry experts throughout the program
Professional Development
•87.6% of graduates employed or in further study within 15 months
•Graduates work as theatre makers, performers, directors, producers, facilitators, and teachers
Facilities
•Purpose-built building with fully equipped performance studios and 180-seat theatre
•In the heart of Manchester with access to HOME, The Lowry, Contact Theatre, Royal Exchange Theatre, and Factory International
•Large technical team providing production support
Updated 1h ago
