Study Foundation Course in Acting at Birmingham City University in the UK, School of Acting

Foundation Course in Acting

UK

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What will I learn?

This course allows you to learn the secrets of a successful audition, alongside voice, movement, dance and acting classes.


The Foundation Course in Acting will give you a broad foundation in performance techniques and methods, and will be invaluable to anyone wanting to go to Drama School or take up a place on a performance course at University. It is also available to those who want to expand their experience in acting before applying. Former students have gone on to train at a variety of drama schools in the UK and in the USA.


  • Professional Workshops at Shakespeare's Globe
  • Audition Preparation for Acting and Singing in Small Tutorial Groups

Which department am I in?

School of Acting

Study options

Full Time (20 Weeks)

Tuition fees
£362.25 (US$ 468) Week
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

School of Acting, Bournville

Ruskin Hall, Linden Road, Bournville,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B30 1JX, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (20 Weeks)

Tuition fees
£386.50 (US$ 499) Week
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

School of Acting, Bournville

Ruskin Hall, Linden Road, Bournville,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B30 1JX, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

All required qualifications/grades must have been achieved and evidenced at the earliest opportunity after accepting an offer to help confirm admission and allow for on-time enrolment. This can also include other requirements, like a fee status form and relevant documents.

Essential requirements
No previous qualifications are necessary.

Applicants will need to complete an audition for this course

IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band. TOEFL IBT - Overall 80, Reading - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 21, Writing - 19, PTE Academic - 64

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University is a student-centred, dynamic learning environment, offering courses approved by professional bodies.

  • Students gain hands-on learning and develop career skills
  • Refine academic writing skills with workshops and tutorials
  • GBP 500 million investment in facilities
  • University-run part-time student employment scheme

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