Overview

On the BA (Hons) Performance Design programme, you will:

Develop your creative identity as a designer, capable of working across various performance types
Have opportunities to build industry networks, establish contacts and undertake professional placements
Experiment with new technologies in design practice.

This programme, which has produced multiple award-winning designers, including Linbury Prize winners, covers a wide range of design disciplines, such as::

Space and Environment
Costume

Light, Sound, Video and Extended Realities

Through practical creative compositions, material experimentation, realised performance projects, and placements within the creative industries, students will develop a strong, interdisciplinary skill set.

The programme will provide opportunities for international collaboration, industry networking, and exposure to global perspectives on performance design. Whether you are aiming to work in theatre, film, or emerging media, this programme equips you with the necessary tools and experience to succeed in today’s dynamic and evolving creative industries.

Accreditation

BA (Hons) University of London

Programme Structure

Year 1 is an introduction year to performance design, establishing core knowledge across a range of different design disciplines for performance, including costume/set/ light/sound and digital practices. The year is about experimenting and trying different specialisms whilst developing skills in research, critical/ contextual knowledge and collaborative/ co-creative practices.
In their second year, students focus on the development and expansion of their skills within chosen design specialisms and widen their understanding of different performance contexts from live to lens-based practices. This year is about experimenting and challenging processes whilst broadening their knowledge of how materials and technology are used in design for performance.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Architecture Drama Art and Craft View 363 other Bachelors in Drama in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

The standard academic entry requirements range between 120 and 64 UCAS tariff points.
Please note that we make lower offers (including unconditional) to exceptional candidates and those who have alternative or prior experience to offer. All candidates invited to interview are asked to bring a portfolio. Interview and portfolio are key factors in determining which applicants are accepted on to the course.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26460 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

London

Funding

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