Acting (Company)

Entry year:: 2024/25
Start date:: September
Study mode:: Part-time
Course duration:: 2 years
Campus:: Mount Pleasant

Course modules

Discover the building blocks of your programme

Further guidance on modules

Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.

Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.

Core modules

The Actor's Practice: Advanced Technique 1
20 credits

The Actor's Practice - Advanced Technique II
20 credits

The Actor's Practice: Professional Performance I
20 credits

The Actor's Practice: Professional Performance II
20 credits

Professional Development, Inquiry and Critique I
20 credits

Professional Development, Inquiry and Critique II
20 credits

Optional Modules

Dissertation
60 credits

Practice Dissertation
60 credits

Career paths

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

Fees and funding

Entry requirements

You will need:

Qualification requirements

Alternative qualifications considered

Undergraduate Degree in a cognate area, normally at 2:1 or above or equivalent professional practice. This programme seeks to admit students who have an established level of professional practice either through employment or through recognised or appropriate training at undergraduate level. Entry will be by interview (with portfolio as appropriate) or audition The emphasis on interview and audition allows for individual assessment. The course places emphasis on individual methodologies for critical analysis and design of research and as such supports a diverse range of applicants. Costume Making Target 15 (max) 5 (min) All classes are conducted in English. The level of proficiency in English expected is IELTS 6.5.

How to apply

Securing your place at LJMU

Your university life

From accommodation and academic support to clubs and societies. Find out what LJMU has to offer.

Postgraduate life at LJMU

See the amazing support you will get from the university, the academic expertise of the staff here, the first-class learning environment, fabulous libraries, excellent career guidance and their ongoing love affair with the city of Liverpool.

Accommodation

As a new student at LJMU, we guarantee accommodation right in the heart of the dynamic city centre, with easy access to the main University campuses.

You can view our approved accommodation to see the halls that we offer to new students.

Your campus

We’re very proud of our campuses. Not only because they provide a modern and inspiring learning space for all our students but also because they’re a place people really want to be.

Find out more about your campus

Living in Liverpool

Liverpool is one of Europe's most dynamic and cultured cities. Come find out why it's a great city to study in.

Go abroad

LJMU aims to make international opportunities available to every student. You may be able to study abroad as part of your degree at one of our 100+ partner universities across the world. You could also complete a work placement or apply for one of our prestigious worldwide internship programmes.

Sports, societies and lifestyle

Getting involved in sports, clubs and societies at Liverpool John Moores University is a great way to challenge yourself, meet people who share your interests, and feel more connected to the University community.