Course modules
What you will study on this degree
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
Acting 1
20 credits
20 credits
Musical Theatre Ensemble 1
20 credits
20 credits
Production Lab 1
10 credits
10 credits
Contextual Studies 1 Musical Theatre
10 credits
10 credits
Professional Studies 1
20 credits
20 credits
Optional Modules
Dance 1
20 credits
20 credits
Singing 1
20 credits
20 credits
Singing and Performance 1
20 credits
20 credits
Dance and Performance 1
20 credits
20 credits
Core modules
Acting 2
20 credits
20 credits
Musical Theatre Ensemble 2
20 credits
20 credits
Production Lab 2
20 credits
20 credits
Contextual Studies 2 Musical Theatre
10 credits
10 credits
Professional Studies 2
10 credits
10 credits
Optional Modules
Dance 2
20 credits
20 credits
Singing 2
20 credits
20 credits
Singing and Performance 2
20 credits
20 credits
Dance and Performance 2
20 credits
20 credits
Core modules
Acting 3
20 credits
20 credits
Production Lab 3
30 credits
30 credits
Professional Studies 3
20 credits
20 credits
Research Project
20 credits
20 credits
Optional Modules
Dance 3
20 credits
20 credits
Singing 3
10 credits
10 credits
Singing and Performance 3
20 credits
20 credits
Dance and Performance 3
10 credits
10 credits
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Entry requirements
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Qualification requirements
A levels
Minimum 104 Tariff points A/AS Level excluding General Studies
BTECs
Including a Distinction and Merit profile
International Baccalaureate
Minimum 24 points including 6 in English at a Higher Level
Alternative qualifications considered
All students complete a written application and are practically auditioned by a two-stage audition process for the IAB musical theatre programme. The first stage consists of the submission of a video audition. Applicants who demonstrate an appropriate entry-level technique move forward to the second stage. The second stage is a Live Online or Face-to-Face audition. This is followed by a one-to-one interview with the Programme Leader or another member of the programme team. Within the interview their academic knowledge of and interest in the subject area are explored. Their language skills and capacity to successfully complete the programme will be evaluated. Following the interview process, students are assigned to a particular “pathway” or “stream” within the degree that best serves their needs and abilities. The key attributes that are looked for are: • Knowledge, ability and experience in multiple disciplines that engage with the Musical Theatre genre. • Technique and level of practical skill in dance, singing and acting. • Enthusiasm, broad interest and engagement with the audition and subject area • Ability to work effectively with others • Self-awareness and determination to succeed GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above or, an IELTs 6.0 or equivalent SELT score is a requirement for entry to the programme. Equal Opportunity IAB is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit globally based students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. We recognize and celebrate diversity in our academic community. Recognition of prior (Experiential Learning (RP(E)L) and credit transfer Evidence of prior successful completion of a complete level of study may be considered for direct entry to levels 5 or 6. You are required to complete an application, provide the evidence and where equivalence can be confirmed and is supported by the IAB, your request will be submitted to LJMU for their consideration and potential approval.
International requirements
Other international requirements
The national university entry academic qualification of your country equivalent to 104 UK Tariff points or 24 points from an international Baccalaureate. We welcome applicants with qualifications from outside of the UK.
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