- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 3 years
- Campus
- Colchester Campus
- Intl. Tuition
- £23,750 (2027-28)
- Home Tuition
- £10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
- Intake
- October 2027
- UCAS code
- W494
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Drama and theatre graduates pursue careers in acting, directing, stage management, arts administration and arts education, with many building portfolio careers across performance, teaching and community arts. The industry rewards versatility and resilience.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 14,015
- Staff Ratio
- 15.0:1
- International
- 34.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 72.0%
- of graduates employed
- Avg Starting Salary
- £29,230
- First-year earnings
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Subject areas covered
Theatre studies
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 14,015
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 15:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 34%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Cool temperate
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 7.0/10
- Transport
- Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Global / diverse
Student Life & City (indicative)
- This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Thriving student social scene
- Active pub & club scene
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 72%
- Employed after graduation
- Avg Starting Salary
- £29,230
- Average first-year salary
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Drama and theatre graduates pursue careers in acting, directing, stage management, arts administration and arts education, with many building portfolio careers across performance, teaching and community arts.
- The industry rewards versatility and resilience.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Finance
- Social Sciences
- Technology
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- £71,250
- For full 3 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Moderate
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
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