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BA (Hons) Acting for Screen*

  • Duration: 3–5 years full-time
  • Placement year: Optional 1 year
  • Course code: W412 (UCAS)
  • Institution code: A66 (UCAS)
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Career destinations

As graduates of BA (Hons) Acting for Screen, you'll be equipped with the skills to head towards careers such as:

  • Actor – Performing in film, television, streaming services, (like Netflix, BBC, Amazon Prime) and advertising.
  • Voice artist – Working in animation, video games, audiobooks, dubbing, and advertising.
  • Digital content actor – Creating work for online platforms such as YouTube and TikTok.
  • Presenter/host – Working in broadcast media, online content, or live events.
  • Stunt performer/Fight choreographer – Pursuing specialised training for performance in action sequences.
  • Directing and producing – Working in theatre, film, or TV production to lead creative projects and manage logistics.
  • Writing and script development – Becoming a playwright, screenwriter, or script reader.
  • Casting – Working as a casting assistant or director to find talent for productions.