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Acting, drama and theatre

With an acting, drama and theatre degree, you can use your talent to create experiences that entertain, educate, inspire, and improve lives.

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Acting

Undergraduate - BA (Hons)

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
3 years full-time
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4 years with placement
Course features
  • Explore the tools and techniques of professional acting
  • Work on productions from Year 1
  • Learn in facilities including our professional campus theatre
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Drama

Undergraduate - BA (Hons)

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
4 years with placement
Course features
  • Explore different modes of performance and drama practice
  • Develop your skills for the stage and screen, on and off stage
  • Hands-on experience in an optional placement year
Course details Apply

Drama and English Literature

Undergraduate - BA (Hons)

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
3 years full-time
,
4 years with placement
,
4 years with foundation year
Course features
  • Discover how our societies have shaped and been shaped by literature
  • Explore different modes of performance and drama practice
  • Connect with Cambridge’s performance scene through our local links
Course details Apply

Drama and Film

Undergraduate - BA (Hons)

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
4 years with placement
Course features
  • Explore film theory and film-making from all over the world
  • Discover different modes of performance and drama practice
  • Hands-on experience in an optional placement year
Course details Apply

Musical Theatre

Undergraduate - BA (Hons)

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
3 years full time
,
4 years with placement
,
4 years with foundation
Accredited by:

Spotlight

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Dramatherapy

Postgraduate - MA

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
24 months full-time
Accredited by:

Health and Care Professions Council

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Theatre, Drama and Performance

Research - MPhil : PhD

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
Full-time
,
Part-time
Course features
Our PhD research programmes will allow you to join one of our research projects or explore your own interests in Theatre, Drama and Performance, supported by the expertise of our staff.
Course details Apply

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