Acting for Stage and Screen BA (Hons)
Staffordshire University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Acting for Stage and Screen BA (Hons) and other courses in Drama & Theatre at Staffordshire University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Drama & Theatre.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Drama & Theatre courses of Staffordshire University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Performing Arts
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Drama & Theatre at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20000 | £18000 | £21500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17000 - £28000 | £15500 - £20000 | £17000 - £25500 |
All Performing Arts courses of Staffordshire University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Performing Arts
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20903 | £17931 | £21753 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17825 - £24915 | £12598 - £22386 | £15916 - £27274 |
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Course Description
Our Acting for Stage and Screen degree combines practical workshops and theory to explore acting, drama, theatre, and screen contexts.
This degree creates skilled actors with the ability to work across the performance mediums of stage and screen.
You'll also get to explore other areas such as directing and writing.
Key features:
Top 25 in the Guardian League Tables 2022 for Drama and Dance
Our lecturers have worked as actors and directors at the BBC, ITV, National Theatre, National Tours and various regional repertory theatres across the UK
Strong working links with local, regional and national theatres and arts and media organisations for placements.
Regular guest lecturers, directors and practitioners from the industry.
Industry-standard technical facilities for theatre productions
Optional showcase
Optional visits to London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Switzerland and New York.
On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award:
BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Acting for Stage and Screen BA (Hons) at Staffordshire University
| 35% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Drama & Theatre
All Drama & Theatre courses of Staffordshire University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 5.0
- Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Costs
Tuition Fees Acting for Stage and Screen BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16750 | year 1 |
| International | £16750 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Staffordshire University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Staffordshire University
Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.
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Student composition of Staffordshire University
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Total number of students enrolled at Staffordshire University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12255
- postgraduates:
- 1340
- Total:
- 13595
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Acting”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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