Performing Arts Practice FdA is an undergraduate degree at New College Durham, based in Durham, taught full-time over 2 years. Entry requires around 32 UCAS points.
UCAS Points
32 points
Typical offer · UCAS
About this course
FdA Performing Arts is a performance-based course that aims to provide you with the required skills, knowledge and understanding of acting, dance and singing needed to be successful as a contemporary performer in the performing arts industry. As part of the practical and theoretical exploration of each individual discipline (acting, dancing and singing), you will study a range of genres, styles, techniques and practitioners.
You will take part in exciting masterclasses and workshops with industry professionals. There will be additional opportunities throughout the course to attend theatre trips, masterclasses and field trips to international cities
What’s next? You could secure employment in the industry, working freelance or contracted, or study a top-up degree to gain a full honours degree.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Durham
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Drama, Dance
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ