HND Performing Arts (Acting)

In Partnership with – Screen Yorkshire, Empath Action CIC and Actual Size Theatre. This one-year, full-time Level 5 programme awards a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Acting. Upon completion, you will have the option to progress to a Level 6 BA top-up degree to obtain a full honours degree Professional development is at the heart of this course, and you will have the opportunity to develop as a dramatic theatre artist in a truly creative and collaborative way. This course will provide you with the opportunity to apply your skills development in studio settings and in a diverse range of performances.

Completed HNC Acting All applicants are required to audition, consisting of an interview and a workshop, alongside preparing a monologue of your choice lasting between 1 and 1.5 minutes long.

Module B: Professional Creative Practice B1: Personal Professional Development B2: Professional Project

The course is assessed through coursework that you produce as you complete each assignment for the Module you are studying, this may include performance pieces, skills development, written work, research, presentations and reflective practice which allow you to evaluate your learning and highlight your strengths and areas for further development.

The HND course is recognised as a qualification in its own right or can be combined with a top-up degree to obtain a full honours degree like our BA (Hons) Performance Industries course. Alternatively, you can study a PGCE or Certificate in Education to progress to teaching.