Performing Arts
HNC
Westminster Kingsway College

Key Course Facts
Course Description
This course provides a professionally-focused, industry-based qualification for moving into work or onto further study.
Benefitting from strong partnerships with local theatres, acting agents and creative organisations within Islington and Camden, this course specialises in providing actor and theatre training that is relevant and current.
You will learn physical and vocal performance skills as well as looking in-depth at a range of acting and performance techniques. Making creative work as part of a company will be an integral part of the programme, as will regular input from external practitioners and experts, giving you a comprehensive understanding of this industry.
You will also take performance work out on tour to different communities and will perform work that is responsive to current local, national and global issues.
You will be supported to enhance your individual characteristics and develop your talents so that you are fully prepared to present yourself to the professional industry.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Performing Arts, HNC you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Performing Arts, HNC, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Average student cost of living in London
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, 2024
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)
About Westminster Kingsway College
Westminster Kingsway College is among the most prominent Further Education institutions in London, England. The college forms a part of the Capital City College Group, and as a result enjoys a collaborative relationship with other member institutions around London.
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