Acting for Theatre, Film and TV, UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma

Level 3

01 Sep 2025
2 Years
ED3ACPF1KN

This unique course embraces all aspects of acting and is designed to provide you with the extensive skillset required for both stage and screen acting, and to provide a supportive transition from general to more specialised study. The diploma will be completed in year 1 followed by the extended diploma in year 2. You will have the opportunity to explore and test your creativity in our specialist studios and light-filled performance spaces, equipped with full sound equipment and sprung floors. You will be taught by acting professionals with extensive experience in the industry, and your lecturers will fully support you in developing confidence, interpersonal skills, and good working practices, all of which will improve your employability.

As part of our collaborative community, you will devise powerful and engaging pieces of work and then deliver dynamic performances, here in our purpose-built spaces, and in local theatres. You will also be given the opportunity to take residential trips to London and New York, to experience inspirational workshops and performances in the West End and on Broadway.

You’ll become part of our Creative Arts Career Excellence Hub, which is endorsed by leading industry partners, who are actively involved throughout your whole training programme. This provides unrivalled access to potential employers and the opportunity to develop your creative network. You will benefit from theatre trips, work experience opportunities and masterclasses from renowned performers.

As part of this study programme, you will develop your maths and English skills, attend tutorials and Individual Development (ID). You will also complete an extended industry placement. All aspects of your study programme will be discussed at your interview. Become part of Creative Arts Weston, a career-focused College and University Centre, housed within a vibrant and supportive environment, which encourages collaboration with your peers, lecturers and the creative industries to give you the skills and opportunities you need to kick-start your career.

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INVOLVE

  • Acting for stage
  • Acting for film
  • Acting for TV
  • Principles of acting
  • Styles of acting
  • Practitioners
  • Techniques and methods
  • Script writing and devising
  • Auditioning techniques
  • Improvisation
  • Physical theatre and movement
  • Contextual studies
  • Professional profile
  • Exciting industry trips

ASSESSMENT METHOD

You will be assessed through several projects throughout the year. For your final assessment of each year (diploma and extended diploma) you have the option to audition and perform for a full-scale production. Past productions have included:

  • The Wonderful World of Dissocia by Anthony Neilson
  • Blood Brothers by Willy Russell
  • Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
  • The Last Resort by Chris Owen
  • Little Shop of Horrors by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman

FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Successful completion of the diploma will enable you to progress onto the extended diploma. On successful completion of the extended diploma, you can progress on to higher education including the BA (Hons) Acting and Performance Making at University Centre Weston, conservatoire, or employment within the industry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Diploma: You will need five GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English and maths, or a qualifying Level 2 qualification (merit) plus a successful interview/audition will be required. Extended Diploma: Successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Acting, Dance or Musical Theatre at a merit grade.


Creative Arts & Design Home

iAn interview is required for this course.

Got a question?

Whatever you'd like to know, we're here to help...

Register your interest

Marketing Permissions

We will contact you when this course becomes available, we would also love to keep you informed of other/similar courses you may be interested in. You can unsubscribe at any time. Your personal information will be processed in line with our privacy notice available on our policy page. Is this ok (please tick)?

Email
WhatsApp
Data protection

By submitting this form you are consenting to Weston College recording and processing the personal information on this form, for any purposes of the college associated with the provision of advice and guidance to potential students on the range of courses available to them, college facilities and any other associated information. In accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018, the information will only be used for the above mentioned purposes.

You will need to complete a full enrolment form prior to starting your course.

CAPTCHA
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.

Apply or find out more

Marketing Permissions

Once we have your booking we would love to keep you informed of other, similar events you may be interested in. You can unsubscribe at any time. Your personal information will be processed in line with our privacy notice available on our policy page. Is this ok (please tick)?

Email
WhatsApp

By submitting this form you are consenting to Weston College recording and processing the personal information on this form, for any purposes of the college associated with the provision of advice and guidance to potential students on the range of courses available to them, college facilities and any other associated information. In accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018, the information will only be used for the above mentioned purposes.

You will need to complete a full enrolment form prior to starting your course.

CAPTCHA
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.