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BA (Hons) Drama

University of Greenwich — London, United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Drama is a undergraduate Performing Arts course at University of Greenwich, London, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years, costs £17,975 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3 years · Full-time · Performing Arts · £17,975 per year

Intakes: September

What you should know (from the course page): - This course focuses on live performance with modules ranging from contemporary performance skills to modern dramatic texts and technical theatre. - All modules combine theory and practice, so you can acquire expertise in performing, theatre making, critical writing and public speaking. - Specific performance practices such as applied drama, physical theatre and contemporary performance allow you to show your work in different contexts and platforms. - Trips to London West End Theatre and fringe theatre scene are part of your learning and are embedded in the course modules. - You can collaborate on projects with students and staff across the School of Design and Creative Industries, and develop your skills for film, television and digital media. School: Design and Creative Industries Location: Greenwich Campus Duration: 3 years full-time 6 years part-time 4 years sandwich Start: September International tuition fee 2026/27: full-time £17,975; part-time £4,494 per 30 credits. Careers (from the course page): The skills you acquire through studying our courses will prepare you for careers in a wide range of industries and jobs. Many graduates of our drama course go on to careers in the theatre, in film and socially engaged drama. Source: University of Greenwich course page and 2026-27 course fees table.

Modules

  • Production and Technical Theatre (Year 1, 15 credits)
  • Critical Contexts for Performance (Year 1, 30 credits)
  • Improvisation and Devising (Year 1, 15 credits)
  • Acting the Contemporary Text (Year 1, 15 credits)
  • Acting for Screens (Year 1, 15 credits)
  • Drama and Society (Year 1, 30 credits)
  • Stage Production (Year 2, 30 credits)
  • Writers Room (Year 2, 15 credits, optional)
  • Performance Laboratory (Year 2, 15 credits, optional)
  • Placement Project (Year 2, 15 credits, optional)
  • International Study (Creative Arts) (Year 2, 60 credits, optional)
  • Immersive Performance (Year 2, 30 credits, optional)
  • Physical Theatre (Year 2, 15 credits, optional)
  • TV Drama (Year 2, 15 credits, optional)
  • Advanced Production Project (Year 3, 30 credits)
  • Research Project (Year 3, 30 credits, optional)
  • Creative Entrepreneurship (Year 3, 30 credits, optional)
  • Directing and Acting for Industry. (Year 3, 30 credits, optional)
  • Multi-media Filmmaking (Year 3, 15 credits, optional)
  • Advanced Screenwriting (Year 3, 30 credits, optional)
  • British Theatre since 2005 (Year 3, 15 credits, optional)

Frequently asked questions

How long is BA (Hons) Drama at University of Greenwich?

BA (Hons) Drama takes 3 years (Full-time).

How much does BA (Hons) Drama at University of Greenwich cost?

The listed tuition fee is £17,975 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does BA (Hons) Drama start?

Intakes: September.

What level is BA (Hons) Drama?

It is a undergraduate course in Performing Arts.

What will I study on BA (Hons) Drama?

Modules include Production and Technical Theatre (Year 1, 15 credits), Critical Contexts for Performance (Year 1, 30 credits), Improvisation and Devising (Year 1, 15 credits), Acting the Contemporary Text (Year 1, 15 credits), Acting for Screens (Year 1, 15 credits) and Drama and Society (Year 1, 30 credits).