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This course combines modern performance techniques, current research, and traditional theatre methods, making it great for anyone wanting a career in the arts. You'll explore acting, performing, directing, and using theatre for social change, while developing your artistic style and interests.
You’ll learn about Drama through hands-on experiences with professional researchers, academics, and visiting experts. DMU’s top-notch facilities have earned us the title of Centre for Excellence in Performance Arts, highlighting our commitment to outstanding teaching.
You’ll gain real-life experience through placements, internships, professional performances, theatre trips, and showcasing your work to various audiences.
You can also choose to focus on areas like Creative Writing, Education, English Language, English Literature, Film, History, Journalism, or Media as part of your degree.
Key features:
- Benefit from our partnership with Leicester’s Curve Theatre, including internships, work placements, and opportunities to work on or perform in annual productions, such as Lorca’s Blood Wedding and Lucy Prebble’s Enron.
- Enjoy excellent facilities designed specifically for drama and performance, as part of our recognition as a Centre for Excellence in Performance Arts.
- Choose a focus area like Creative Writing, Education, English Literature, Film, History, Journalism, or Media to complement and broaden your main subject and career options.
- Participate in many performance opportunities throughout your studies, including the Exit Souls: The Drama Festival, which lets you showcase your work to the public each year.
