Musical Theatre [Shockout, Manchester]

University of Greater Manchester
Undergraduate FdA Full-time 2 Years Music

UCAS Points

64 points

About this course

Our FdA Musical Theatre foundation degree covers the core techniques of acting, voice and dance while supporting you in developing a wide range of knowledge in devising and developing a production, audition and casting techniques, preparing you to a professional level. You'll study and train in purpose-built, high-specification studios at Shockout's Manchester Studios.

Within an ever-changing industry, it's vital to ensure you're fully equipped for a long, diverse career. A strong, professional skill set covering singing, dancing and acting is essential for a musical theatre performer. Our ambition is to help you become not only a triple threat but also nurture your individual identity and ability to create and produce your own innovative work. We want to foster your skills in creative entrepreneurship.

Delivered by Shockout, this intensive 2-year FdA Musical Theatre course supports you in acquiring, developing and refining the technical and artistic skills essential for success on stage through professional training at level 5. Additionally, we'll help you gain a clear contextual understanding of the wider industry, so this foundation degree provides aspiring musical theatre performers with an ideal springboard into employment and a sustainable career in entertainment. In addition, as a foundation degree graduate, you'll be able to continue your studies at an advanced level by completing a level 6 final year top-up course to gain a BA (Hons) qualification. Our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Top-Up), also delivered by Shockout, offers a seamless continuation of your studies with us. We'll consider your application through assessment and interview.

Throughout your training, you'll explore the core techniques of acting, voice and dance. Our qualified and specialist professional practitioners will also support you in developing a breadth of knowledge in devising and developing productions, musical theatre for stage and screen, and audition and casting techniques. Additionally, you'll have regular performance opportunities to help you build a diverse range of technical performance skills and prepare you for the industry.

Shockout's teaching staff are professional and world-renowned practitioners and choreographers. They are keen to make your time with them as stimulating and rewarding as possible and enjoy a well-deserved reputation for being approachable and interested in your progress. As teaching often takes place in small groups, you'll have access to individual support and guidance at every stage.

For full details about Shockout, their open days and accommodation, please visit http://www.weareshockout.com/.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 64 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Manchester
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Music