Performing Arts Personalised Prospectus | University for the Creative Arts

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We’ve pulled together all the info we think you’ll find useful to explore what it’s like to be a student at UCA.

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Our performing arts degrees

Whether you want to become an actor, write the next blockbuster or make a career in technical theatre as a costume, set or prop designer, our courses will give you the chance to learn from performing arts professionals with strong industry links. You'll even take on projects and placements with organisations like the Royal Opera House, National Theatre and Pinewood Studios.

Along the way, you'll collaborate with students on other courses, from animation and film to music, fashion, gaming, and television production, building an impressive portfolio and a network of contacts that you'll take with you into your career.

Throughout your course, you'll work in our industry-grade workshops, rehearsal and performance spaces, and stage your work in professional venues beyond our campuses, including Farnham Maltings.

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Our Farnham campus

You'll be taught at our Farnham campus in Surrey.

Purpose-built studios, workshops and production spaces give you the freedom to experiment and collaborate in a vibrant creative community.

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Facilities & equipment

Our campuses are packed with all the facilities you'll need to produce outstanding pieces of creativity.

We're all about helping you turn your ideas into reality - not only through our expert teaching, but also thanks to the extensive facilities, equipment and resources that you'll have access to.

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Your next steps

See UCA for yourself

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Check the entry requirements

We always consider the strength of your portfolio as well as your grades.

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Prepare your portfolio

Read our guides and watch our top tips on how to put together your best work.

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Speak to current students

As a creative-only university, you’re surrounded by people just like you. You won’t just fit in at UCA, you’ll belong from day one.

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Integrated foundation year

Nervous about taking the step into higher education? Joining a foundation year will prepare you for degree-level study.

Integrated Foundation

More subject areas

Want to explore more of what UCA has to offer? Select another subject from the list below to see more degrees at UCA.

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