BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance

The BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance undergraduate course will provide you with a balance of creative and artistic modules and with knowledge and practical skills, allowing you to explore the demanding world of the professional performing arts industry.

This is an industry that is constantly evolving and requires performers with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to its shifting needs. The course also aims to enrich the student experience by offering both rigorous training and a level of optionality, allowing the student to shape their own creative identity.

This undergraduate course has high contact hours to enable you to fulfil your potential as a professional artist. You will have a diverse and intensive programme of training that will facilitate you with the subject-specific skills and knowledge, enabling you to graduate as an industry-ready professional.

At Performers College, we believe the opportunity to work in the performing arts profession should be available to all and not prevented by monetary, physical or cultural restrictions. The three years are underpinned by a curriculum spine that develops both transferable and life skills essential for longevity within your chosen career path. On successful completion of the BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre and Dance, graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to access a variety of roles with optimum technique and a suitable level of autonomy to enter the world of performing arts.

Performers College is exceptionally proud of the success and longevity of its alumni. Graduates of Performers College can be seen in many West End shows, UK Tours, on prestigious television programmes and performing worldwide.

Performers College is part of BIMM University, and the course is awarded by BIMM University. In 2019 BIMM University was granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in the UK by an Order from the Privy Council, having demonstrated that it meets the criteria to become a ‘recognised body’ for awarding degrees in the UK.

As such, BIMM University has overall responsibility for the academic standards and the quality of the qualifications we offer, and we can award our own undergraduate and Masters degrees. BIMM University validated courses undergo a rigorous approval process, overseen by our Academic Board, which includes advice from external academic and creative industries experts to ensure that they are aligned with the UK Quality Assurance Agency’s Framework for Higher Education Qualifications and the relevant Subject Benchmark Statements and meet the needs of the industries they serve.

Key Facts

• Mode of Attendance:  Full-time
• Length of course : Three years
• Awarding institution:  BIMM University
• Campus delivery:  Birmingham and Essex
• Language of study:  English
• Final award:  Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

BIMM University is a creative arts educational institution that offers English-taught Bachelor’s, CertHE and Master’s degree programmes in the worlds of modern music, film, performing arts and video games development. We aim to prepare students for successful, sustainable and international creative industry careers. BIMM University consists of 14 schools in the UK, Ireland and Germany with a diverse and international student community of 8,000 students from over 60 countries.

For 40 years, BIMM University has equipped our students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of the creative industries.

As a BIMM University student, you’ll benefit from a range of unique collaborative opportunities across music, film and performing arts, developing skills you will take into your future creative careers.

BIMM University comprises the acclaimed BIMM Music Institute (UK and Dublin, Ireland), Screen and Film School , Performers College , Institute for Contemporary Theatre in the UK . Additionally, BIMM University has a branch in Germany: BIMM University Berlin. Wherever you choose to study, your school will be fitted out with industry-standard facilities, and you’ll be supported by expert lecturers with the knowledge and experience to take your talent further.

BIMM inspires the next generation of industry professionals through the creation of inclusive and creative learning environments that remove barriers and create opportunities for equal participation in the creative industries. As a BIMM student, you’ll be part of a unique creative community with access to unrivalled connections and real-world industry experiences. You’ll have the opportunity to be yourself and study in an environment that works closely with the very industries you’ll find your place in.