Acting for Screen (with placement year)

This course encompasses a range of contemporary performance disciplines, from drama for feature film and presenting for television, through to promotion and influencing on the web and through social media. You will have the opportunity to develop the skills and attributes to excel in these areas whilst studying amongst a thriving community of diverse creatives.

As a specialist arts university we have the resources and expertise to provide you with the best possible education in acting for screen. You will experience working in a film studio with access to production equipment and rehearsal space, and have the opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals, who will provide you with feedback and guidance.

You will be encouraged to gain professional practice opportunities wherever possible, through working with students on our Filmmaking course or engagement with external productions. We will support you to develop networking skills and professional contacts. Working in an environment that includes filmmakers, musicians, animators, creative writers, marketeers, fine artists, and designers across a range of disciplines will provide opportunities for exciting collaborations and creative stimulation.

Designed to reflect the demands of the modern screen industry, the BA (Hons) Acting for Screen programme ensures you graduate with the confidence, skills, and portfolio needed to make your mark. Join us at Leeds Arts University and take your first step towards a successful career in screen acting.

*The placement year is subject to approval.