Performing Arts and Production courses – Bath Spa University
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Performing Arts and Production courses – Bath Spa University
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Performing Arts and Production courses
Push boundaries and break out of your comfort zone as you build your professional portfolio and make key contacts in the performing arts industry. You'll also have free access to
Adobe Creative Cloud
, giving you the tools to enhance your digital skills and create striking CVs, showreels and so much more.
#2 in the South West
in the overall rankings for Drama and Dance (Guardian University Guide 2026)
Top 5 in the UK
for
Graduate Prospects on Track
in Drama, Dance and Cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)
Single honours courses
Popular course
Acting
BA (Hons)
Train to become a versatile and employable voice, film and stage actor with the resilience needed to succeed in the industry.
Related careers:
Theatre
Voice acting
Film and television
Artistic direction
Teaching
Course details
Dance
BA (Hons)
Experience rigorous, practical training with daily technique and performance classes in our purpose-built dance studios.
Related careers:
Performance
Choreography
Teaching
Movement therapy
Arts management
Course details
Drama
BA (Hons)
Experiment, reflect and innovate as you learn by making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating.
Related careers:
Acting
Directing
Education
Theatre production
Arts therapies
Course details
Drama (Musical Theatre)
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for musical theatre while developing your performance skills and exploring theatre in its many forms.
Related careers:
Theatre
Theatre production
Choreography
Acting
Directing
Course details
Theatre, Festival and Event Production
BA (Hons)
Explore all creative aspects of production, including costume, stage design, lighting, sound, video and more.
Related careers:
Production
Theatre
Lighting
Stage design
Events management
Course details
Popular course
Acting
BA (Hons)
Train to become a versatile and employable voice, film and stage actor with the resilience needed to succeed in the industry.
Related careers:
Theatre
Voice acting
Film and television
Artistic direction
Teaching
Course details
Dance
BA (Hons)
Experience rigorous, practical training with daily technique and performance classes in our purpose-built dance studios.
Related careers:
Performance
Choreography
Teaching
Movement therapy
Arts management
Course details
Drama
BA (Hons)
Experiment, reflect and innovate as you learn by making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating.
Related careers:
Acting
Directing
Education
Theatre production
Arts therapies
Course details
Drama (Musical Theatre)
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for musical theatre while developing your performance skills and exploring theatre in its many forms.
Related careers:
Theatre
Theatre production
Choreography
Acting
Directing
Course details
Theatre, Festival and Event Production
BA (Hons)
Explore all creative aspects of production, including costume, stage design, lighting, sound, video and more.
Related careers:
Production
Theatre
Lighting
Stage design
Events management
Course details
Combined courses
Creative Writing and Drama
BA (Hons)
Learn by writing, making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating – and complete your projects, your way, with our support.
Course details
Drama and English Literature
BA (Hons)
Explore the diversity of literature and drama to develop your own critical and creative work, from performances to essays and podcasts.
Course details
Drama and Film and Screen Studies
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.
Course details
Drama and Psychology
BA (Hons)
Explore the human mind and discover your creative identity with this British Psychological Society accredited degree.
Course details
Education and Drama
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for Drama while developing the knowledge, skills and experience you need to become an educator across diverse settings.
Course details
Creative Writing and Drama
BA (Hons)
Learn by writing, making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating – and complete your projects, your way, with our support.
Course details
Drama and English Literature
BA (Hons)
Explore the diversity of literature and drama to develop your own critical and creative work, from performances to essays and podcasts.
Course details
Drama and Film and Screen Studies
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.
Course details
Drama and Psychology
BA (Hons)
Explore the human mind and discover your creative identity with this British Psychological Society accredited degree.
Course details
Education and Drama
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for Drama while developing the knowledge, skills and experience you need to become an educator across diverse settings.
Course details
Our students and alumni
“The most valuable thing I’ve learned is that I don’t have to do just one thing”
I loved the community I could sense amongst both the students and the lecturers and professors, who all strove to achieve at a high level academically whilst keeping the creativity at their core.
Evie Williams
,
second year
BA (Hons) Drama (Musical Theatre)
student
“After graduating, I immediately started teaching and choreographing”
The best thing about the course was the constant creative stimulus and the attitude I developed through the course. I was always accompanied by very supportive lecturers that provided us with contacts, strategies and tips to get into the professional world. After graduating in 2020, I immediately started teaching and choreographing.
João Oliveira
,
BA (Hons) Dance
graduate
Why study at BSU?
Campuses
Our
Newton Park
campus is home to the University's
theatre
,
auditorium
and
amphitheatre
, as well as
dance studios
and state-of-the-art
TV studios
.
Theatre workshops
Four purpose-built rehearsal studios, performance spaces, quiet study areas and fully-equipped carpentry, costume-making and prop-making workshops – all housed in our
Oldfield Park Theatre Workshops
.
Dance facilities
The largest
dance studio
at
Newton Park
is equipped with a fully sprung floor, mirrors, sound system, projection facilities and a full lighting rig. It's an exclusive performance and teaching space, with easy access to shower and changing rooms.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
Campuses
Our
Newton Park
campus is home to the University's
theatre
,
auditorium
and
amphitheatre
, as well as
dance studios
and state-of-the-art
TV studios
.
Theatre workshops
Four purpose-built rehearsal studios, performance spaces, quiet study areas and fully-equipped carpentry, costume-making and prop-making workshops – all housed in our
Oldfield Park Theatre Workshops
.
Dance facilities
The largest
dance studio
at
Newton Park
is equipped with a fully sprung floor, mirrors, sound system, projection facilities and a full lighting rig. It's an exclusive performance and teaching space, with easy access to shower and changing rooms.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
Browse all courses
Open Days
Application help
Prospectus
How to apply
Skip to main content
Performing Arts and Production courses
Push boundaries and break out of your comfort zone as you build your professional portfolio and make key contacts in the performing arts industry. You'll also have free access to
Adobe Creative Cloud
, giving you the tools to enhance your digital skills and create striking CVs, showreels and so much more.
#2 in the South West
in the overall rankings for Drama and Dance (Guardian University Guide 2026)
Top 5 in the UK
for
Graduate Prospects on Track
in Drama, Dance and Cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)
Single honours courses
Popular course
Acting
BA (Hons)
Train to become a versatile and employable voice, film and stage actor with the resilience needed to succeed in the industry.
Related careers:
Theatre
Voice acting
Film and television
Artistic direction
Teaching
Course details
Dance
BA (Hons)
Experience rigorous, practical training with daily technique and performance classes in our purpose-built dance studios.
Related careers:
Performance
Choreography
Teaching
Movement therapy
Arts management
Course details
Drama
BA (Hons)
Experiment, reflect and innovate as you learn by making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating.
Related careers:
Acting
Directing
Education
Theatre production
Arts therapies
Course details
Drama (Musical Theatre)
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for musical theatre while developing your performance skills and exploring theatre in its many forms.
Related careers:
Theatre
Theatre production
Choreography
Acting
Directing
Course details
Theatre, Festival and Event Production
BA (Hons)
Explore all creative aspects of production, including costume, stage design, lighting, sound, video and more.
Related careers:
Production
Theatre
Lighting
Stage design
Events management
Course details
Popular course
Acting
BA (Hons)
Train to become a versatile and employable voice, film and stage actor with the resilience needed to succeed in the industry.
Related careers:
Theatre
Voice acting
Film and television
Artistic direction
Teaching
Course details
Dance
BA (Hons)
Experience rigorous, practical training with daily technique and performance classes in our purpose-built dance studios.
Related careers:
Performance
Choreography
Teaching
Movement therapy
Arts management
Course details
Drama
BA (Hons)
Experiment, reflect and innovate as you learn by making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating.
Related careers:
Acting
Directing
Education
Theatre production
Arts therapies
Course details
Drama (Musical Theatre)
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for musical theatre while developing your performance skills and exploring theatre in its many forms.
Related careers:
Theatre
Theatre production
Choreography
Acting
Directing
Course details
Theatre, Festival and Event Production
BA (Hons)
Explore all creative aspects of production, including costume, stage design, lighting, sound, video and more.
Related careers:
Production
Theatre
Lighting
Stage design
Events management
Course details
Combined courses
Creative Writing and Drama
BA (Hons)
Learn by writing, making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating – and complete your projects, your way, with our support.
Course details
Drama and English Literature
BA (Hons)
Explore the diversity of literature and drama to develop your own critical and creative work, from performances to essays and podcasts.
Course details
Drama and Film and Screen Studies
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.
Course details
Drama and Psychology
BA (Hons)
Explore the human mind and discover your creative identity with this British Psychological Society accredited degree.
Course details
Education and Drama
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for Drama while developing the knowledge, skills and experience you need to become an educator across diverse settings.
Course details
Creative Writing and Drama
BA (Hons)
Learn by writing, making, producing, performing, directing and collaborating – and complete your projects, your way, with our support.
Course details
Drama and English Literature
BA (Hons)
Explore the diversity of literature and drama to develop your own critical and creative work, from performances to essays and podcasts.
Course details
Drama and Film and Screen Studies
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.
Course details
Drama and Psychology
BA (Hons)
Explore the human mind and discover your creative identity with this British Psychological Society accredited degree.
Course details
Education and Drama
BA (Hons)
Pursue your passion for Drama while developing the knowledge, skills and experience you need to become an educator across diverse settings.
Course details
Our students and alumni
“The most valuable thing I’ve learned is that I don’t have to do just one thing”
I loved the community I could sense amongst both the students and the lecturers and professors, who all strove to achieve at a high level academically whilst keeping the creativity at their core.
Evie Williams
,
second year
BA (Hons) Drama (Musical Theatre)
student
“After graduating, I immediately started teaching and choreographing”
The best thing about the course was the constant creative stimulus and the attitude I developed through the course. I was always accompanied by very supportive lecturers that provided us with contacts, strategies and tips to get into the professional world. After graduating in 2020, I immediately started teaching and choreographing.
João Oliveira
,
BA (Hons) Dance
graduate
Why study at BSU?
Campuses
Our
Newton Park
campus is home to the University's
theatre
,
auditorium
and
amphitheatre
, as well as
dance studios
and state-of-the-art
TV studios
.
Theatre workshops
Four purpose-built rehearsal studios, performance spaces, quiet study areas and fully-equipped carpentry, costume-making and prop-making workshops – all housed in our
Oldfield Park Theatre Workshops
.
Dance facilities
The largest
dance studio
at
Newton Park
is equipped with a fully sprung floor, mirrors, sound system, projection facilities and a full lighting rig. It's an exclusive performance and teaching space, with easy access to shower and changing rooms.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
Campuses
Our
Newton Park
campus is home to the University's
theatre
,
auditorium
and
amphitheatre
, as well as
dance studios
and state-of-the-art
TV studios
.
Theatre workshops
Four purpose-built rehearsal studios, performance spaces, quiet study areas and fully-equipped carpentry, costume-making and prop-making workshops – all housed in our
Oldfield Park Theatre Workshops
.
Dance facilities
The largest
dance studio
at
Newton Park
is equipped with a fully sprung floor, mirrors, sound system, projection facilities and a full lighting rig. It's an exclusive performance and teaching space, with easy access to shower and changing rooms.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
Browse all courses
Open Days
Application help
Prospectus
How to apply