Musical Theatre

University of Worcester
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Music

UCAS Points

80 points

About this course

*Study at the Millennium Performing Arts College, a specialist studio in central London. On this musical theatre degree, you'll learn through practical classes, workshops and seminars - all underpinned by regular performances and productions. *

Performance will be at the heart of everything you do on this course. With a focus on practical, studio-based learning, you’ll grow your confidence in various styles and genres through regular performance-based projects, cabarets, and showcases. You’ll have the opportunity to take charge of your own creative expression by producing original works to be performed for in-house and public audiences.

Based at Millenium Performing Arts in central London, this Musical Theatre degree has been designed to train you in dancing, singing and acting to become an exceptional performer.

You will be taught by experienced industry practitioners who will help you to develop and refine your technical skills. Learn through a combination of workshops, lectures, seminars, and rehearsals, all underpinned by performance projects and productions. Class sizes are small, giving you access to focussed, bespoke training that will transform you into a confident and well-rounded performer.

From classical ballet to contemporary scene work, this course will equip you with the versatility and adaptability essential for success in Musical Theatre. You’ll study a wide and varied curriculum exploring the vibrant world of musical theatre to understand the industry and your role as a performer.

This course is not available to students who require visa sponsorship.

After graduating, you will be eligible to join the Spotlight casting directory and Equity, the actors’ and dancers’ union.

Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

  • First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.

  • First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.

  • Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.

    Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

  • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 80 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2319 Teaching professionals
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    3414 Dancers and choreographers
    3415 Musicians
    3413 Actors, entertainers and presenters

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Music