BA Hons Professional Dance and Musical Theatre
University Of Greenwich
Program Overview
This degree in professional dance and musical theatre will help you realise your
potential as a professional dancer and musical theatre artist. It is offered by
one of the university's partner colleges: Bird College in Sidcup, south-east
London.
You will develop your practical skills in musical theatre, acting, singing, voice
and a variety of dance styles. The academic side of the course will enable you
to explore the theory behind performance in practice, encouraging the
development of your personal vision and reflection as an artist. Depending on
the modules you choose, you can specialise in musical theatre or dance.
In your final year, you will also have the chance to take part in performances to which we invite industry employers. Career options include musical theatre, cabaret and TV.
London, United Kingdom
36 Months
£ 15,100
IELTS: 6
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Dance Study (30 credits)
- Musical Theatre Study (30 credits)
- Performance Workshop (30 credits)
- Perspectives (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Dance Practice (30 credits)
- Musical Theatre Practice (30 credits)
- Performance Project (30 credits)
- Further Perspectives (30 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Core Skills (30 credits)
- Professional Performance (30 credits)
- Musical Theatre Performance (30 credits)
- Independent Project (30 credits)
Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
2022/23 fees
Full-time (per year)
Home £9,250
International £15,100
Part-time (per 30 credits)
Home £2,313 *
Funding your study
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
Other costs
Course texts and other study resources are available from the Libraries at Bird College and the University of Greenwich (Stockwell Street). You may wish to purchase your own copies.
Students on this course are also required to pay the College's Extra-Curricular Fund (ECF). The ECF is £1,000 in total, spread over your three years of study. A range of payment options are available.
The ECF covers multiple resource costs at the College, including headshots/publicity photos, in-house theatre tickets, lockers and entry systems. The ECF also contributes towards an individual vocal scheme where the student contribution triggers other funding.