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The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts Summer Intensive Training Programs
- New York, USA
Summer Course
Full time, Part time
4 weeks
On-Campus
English
Whether you are already working in the industry, studying acting in college, or still in high school, our four-week Summer Intensive Training programs are built to offer you the personalized training you need. Our courses in Acting for Film and Television or Musical Theatre Performance enable experienced performers to work on skill-building, and novice performers to sample the life of an actor living and working in New York City.


South Essex College
Performing Arts (Acting Pathway) (HND)
- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Diploma
On-Campus
English
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting Pathway) The nature of the Performing Arts industry is extremely competitive and the opportunities for career diverse. The HND in Performing Arts (Acting Pathway) has been designed to provide a vocational based programme equipping you with the required skills to succeed in the range of career paths available. Our programme provides diverse and challenging learning experiences, whose aim is to extend and consolidate your expertise as a total performance maker.
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Edinburgh College
UAL Level 3 Diploma Performing and Production Arts (Acting) - Formally NC Acting and Performance
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Diploma
Full time
42 weeks
On-Campus
English
Our Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (acting) is an internationally recognitions qualification through the University of The Arts London and is included in the UCAS tariff and attracts tariff points for each final grade, which supports University applications. This highly practical course is centred around performance projects aimed at nurturing and enhancing your performance skills. Students in this course will collaborate with other students across Performing Arts Studio Scotland.


AFTT - Academy of Film, Theatre and Television - Vocational
Diploma in Creative Arts(Acting)
- Ultimo, Australia
Diploma
On-Campus
English
AFTT's Diploma of Creative Arts (Acting) comprises the first two trimesters of our Degree program, providing an exit point for students wishing to develop the introductory skills of acting as a pathway for further learning. The rationale for this Diploma course is that the contemporary performing arts industry provides entry level opportunities in the areas of community and fringe theatre, film and digital media and self-generated performance concepts.


West Thames College
Level 3 Course in Performing Arts (Acting)
- Isleworth, United Kingdom
Course
On-Campus
English
This two-year course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and is designed to help you extend your understanding of the performing arts, develop your performing skills and learn new ones in our purpose-built performance spaces. It combines practical assignments and the study of variety of performance arts disciplines. You will work on production projects and be involved from backstage to front-of-house.


Raindance Film School
Higher National Diploma in Acting
- Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- + 1 more
Diploma
Full time
2 weeks
On-Campus
English
Take control of your acting career. Learn screen and stage acting skills. The Raindance Level 5 HND allows you to progress onto our BA Hon’s top-up Degree in Film and Performing Arts Practices, validated by DeMontfort University.


Gloucestershire College
Performing Arts Higher National Certificate Level 4
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Certificate
On-Campus
English
This course is suited to performing arts and theatre studies students and those interested in working within the performing arts industries. The course encompasses both preparing as an actor, performance work and the wider performing arts business.


JMC Academy - Vocational
Diploma of Creative Arts (Acting)
- South Melbourne, Australia
Diploma
On-Campus
English
Diploma of Creative Arts (Acting) comprises the first two trimesters of our Degree program, providing an exit point for students wishing to develop the introductory skills of acting as a pathway for further learning.The contemporary performing arts industry provides entry-level opportunities in the areas of community and fringe theatre, film and digital media and self-generated performance concepts. Fringe, community and cooperative theatre models are a significant component of the live performance industry. The presence of smaller and multipurpose performance venues has created a landscape of opportunity for small scale performances, projects and productions. New and emerging technologies provide greater accessibility to resources to create film and digital media content, whilst the emergence of online platforms have created new ways for an audience to interact with performance.


American Musical and Dramatic Academy AMDA
Certificate: The Integrated Conservatory (Musical Theatre, Acting, and Dance)
- New York, USA
Certificate
On-Campus
English
The Integrated Program provides comprehensive training in acting, dance, and vocal performance. This intensive four-semester program develops skilled performing artists prepared for work within musical theatre performance. Students are immersed in multi-arts training from the very start of their program. A specified fixed curriculum helps develop strong foundations in a variety of musical styles, dance genres, and acting techniques.


American Musical and Dramatic Academy AMDA
Certificate: The Acting for Camera Conservatory (Acting for Film, TV & Media)
- New York, USA
Certificate
On-Campus
English
The Acting for Camera Conservatory Program prepares students for careers in performing for film and media through on-camera acting training. The program is specifically responsive to the growing interest in careers in acting for film, television, and new and future media, as well as creating content for emerging platforms. Students are provided with a broad understanding of the history and current state of the film and new media industries.


Stoke on Trent College
UAL L3 Dip in Performing & Production Arts – Dance
- Online United Kingdom
Certificate
On-Campus
English
This top-rated and exciting course will build skills and knowledge in all aspects of the performing arts industry.


City Of Westminster College
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
- Online United Kingdom
Diploma
On-Campus
English
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts at the City of Westminster College offers a comprehensive and immersive education for aspiring performers and production professionals. This dynamic program provides students with the opportunity to develop their talents and skills across a range of disciplines within the performing arts.


CATS Academy
Performing Arts
- Braintree, USA
Course
On-Campus
English
Study acting for stage or screen, dance, music production, song writing, or learn to play an instrument. Learn to express yourself and perform your craft in dynamic classroom settings, stage plays, and take part in musical events. Our highly experienced faculty, each with professional experience, will guide you on your journey to a life of creativity.


Manchester College Of IT & Business
Centre of Excellence for Performing Arts
- Online United Kingdom
Course
On-Campus
English
If you were born to perform – as an actor, a dancer or a musical theatre performer – or even if you want to work behind the scenes, you’ll absolutely love the passion, enthusiasm and creative atmosphere that infects everyone in our Performing Arts department, here at The Manchester College.


Santa Barbara City College
Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts : Acting
- Santa Barbara, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts offers a variety of programs of study and experience suited to the needs of serious theatre students as well as those who wish to include theatre as a part of their liberal arts education. With curricula in Acting, Design/Lighting, Costuming, and Technical Production, the program provides an intensive two-year course of study that prepares Theatre Arts majors for transfer to a four-year college or university ready to do advanced upper-division work. Students have the opportunity of working in all phases of production and performance and are encouraged to take on increasing levels of responsibility as stage managers or directors.
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