Bachelor in BA (Hons) Theatre And Performance

Tuition is UK Fee in Year 1: £9,790. International Fee in Year 1: £19,850..

Unleash your potential as an innovative theatre maker

Our BA (Hons) Theatre and Performance degree is a practice-led, critically rich programme designed for students passionate about theatre, its social impact, and its role in the contemporary world. This degree works with your interests to transform you into an independent, versatile performer and creator.

Why Choose Northumbria?

• Award-Winning Teaching: Learn from celebrated lecturers, including practicing actors and directors, in a student-centred environment.
• Industry Partnerships: Benefit from our core partnership with Live Theatre, providing unique access to performance spaces, live briefs, and professional work experience.
• Creative Leadership: In your final year, you will work as a small theatre company to produce original work, preparing you for success in the creative industries.
• Regional Excellence: Our course is deeply grounded in the North East theatre industry, with strong links to venues like Northern Stage and the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.

Whether you want to be an actor, director, or producer, this course provides the critical thinking and practical skills needed for a successful career in the arts.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.