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
The Actor's Preparation: Acting & Screen Principles I
30 credits
30 credits
In this module, you will examine different practitioner approaches and develop your acting skills through the contemporary re-interpretation of the Stanislavskian system.
Modern texts and screenplays from a diverse range of writers provide a framework for text analysis and the application of technique.
The emphasis is on process and not performance. You are encouraged to move beyond self-consciousness in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere with your peers.
Movement and voice studies underpin this module.
The Actor's Preparation: Acting & Screen Principles II
30 credits
30 credits
This module challenges your development as you work, as an ensemble, on a single text from a globalised canon of work.
Exploring the process of the rehearsal, you must now integrate psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to create character whilst considering the boundaries of an inclusive, respectful rehearsal space that remains exciting and creative.
Your movement training will help you to understand weight, tension, effort, rhythm, and animal characteristics; voice sessions assist your understanding of vocal resonance, range, accent, speech and text.
Screen acting continues in this module, challenging you to explore notions of performative size.
The Actor's Preparation: Acting & Screen Principles III
30 credits
30 credits
This module develops your screen acting further as you position yourself as an auteur. You will explore your own creative voice, using the short film format as a platform.
You will develop the technical screen production skills essential to the modern actor whilst working with greater independence in small groups.
You will gain deeper insight into a diverse range of filmmakers, developing a conversation between the technical and the creative.
Artistic Practice I
30 credits
30 credits
In this module, you will develop the necessary skills to create original live work and extend your ability to work as part of a creative ensemble. Furthermore, you will undertake research and development, understanding fresh and relevant cultural perspectives to give your work meaning as well as acknowledging the role an audience plays in the reception of your work. This module introduces notions of business and enterprise, criticality and creation, as part of the artists ongoing practice.
Core modules
The Actor's Process: Screen & Digital Project I
30 credits
30 credits
In this module you will begin to advance your technical knowledge as you consolidate practitioner approaches in application to a variety of studio performance forms.
You will work with a director to explore a multi-cam environment for both acting and presenting, understanding the role of the performer relative to other roles in the production team.
The Actor's Process: Screen & Digital Project II
30 credits
30 credits
This project allows you to apply your developing process to heightened works, including Shakespeare, and explore the accessible technology behind livecasting so you can make your own digital theatre event.
You will take responsibility for realising the demands of the material and are expected to identify appropriate methods and techniques for approaching historical texts.
Movement supports your ability to find physical expansion and play; vocal approaches allow you to adapt for verse and metre; production skills training will equip you technically.
The Actor's Process: Screen & Digital Project III
30 credits
30 credits
This module introduces you to the technical skills, industry requirements and creative possibilities of audio work for the actor, in the distinct contexts of the home studio and the industry audio suite.
You will explore the concept of Voice Acting as a pathway within a portfolio career, beginning to develop your own voicereel, following industry practice. You will supplement your technical skills with further production training which, coupled with industry analysis and your creativity, will allow you to develop your own podcast and produce your own digital audio work.
Work on audiobooks and audio drama completes the module.
Artistic Practice II
30 credits
30 credits
This module delivers the opportunity to research, create, and present a project such as a script submission, play reading, short film, screening or performance. You will investigate cultural perspectives, unearthing objective debates around studied materials and the creation of your own, bringing together research, theory, and practice. Also, you will enhance your business knowledge and industry skills, including project planning, target audiences and audition technique to contribute to both your actors process and personal practice.
Core modules
The Actor’s Performance: Professional Screen & Digital Production I
30 credits
30 credits
In this module you will work with industry filmmakers to realise a series of short films for public screening. You will reach professional standards and expectations, working independently to research and prepare for the production process and meet the vision of your director and creative team. You will exercise your ability to demonstrate technical aptitude, professionalism, organisation, and time management skills.
The Actor’s Performance: Professional Screen & Digital Production II
30 credits
30 credits
In this module you will work with professional theatre-makers, including students from other courses, to realise an original live multi-media public production. You will experience industry equivalent expectations, working independently to research and prepare for the rehearsal process and to collaborate with your director and creative team. You will exercise your ability to reprise and develop your work in rehearsal whilst managing workloads effectively.
The Actor’s Performance: Professional Screen & Digital Production III
30 credits
30 credits
This module is your springboard to the creative industry.
You will curate a promotional digital portfolio. Having researched appropriate industry networks, this portfolio will be used to contact potential employers in preparation for your future career.
You will take part in a live industry showcase, generate showreels, voicereels and additional promotional material according to your career plans and employment aspirations.
Work produced on this module is public-facing and can be utilised to secure an agent or present yourself to future employers.
Artistic Practice III
30 credits
30 credits
This module builds on previous Artistic Practice projects, advancing your development and creation of original new material. You will receive mentored supervision in your chosen area, leading to a live/recorded showcasing of work at our annual festival. Additionally, you will use practical and research skills to develop a solo project, improving your independent entrepreneurial and project management skills.
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Qualification requirements
A levels
We are committed to accepting students on to this course who have the potential to succeed as performers and who will gain sustained work in the performing arts and entertainment industries. With this in mind we wish to identify through applications and interview or audition key attributes and achievements. The key attributes that we seek to identify are: • Knowledge, ability and experience of acting • Commitment to the performing arts • Ability to work effectively with others • Broad interest and engagement • Self-awareness • Spirit of enterprise The minimum educational standard that we are looking for is: GCSEs We normally require a minimum of five GCSEs grade C. These should include Maths and English. Plus a minimum of 160 UCAS tariff points. We accept all types of equivalent qualifications, the following are the most common UK qualifications that people tend to apply to us with: A/AS Level This should be from two A Levels (i.e. grades C, C), excluding General Studies. Points from AS and Key Skills are not counted.
BTECs
Extended Diploma (i.e. Merit, Pass, Pass profile). BTEC Diploma (i.e. Merit, Merit). Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications such as an A Level, in which case total needs to be 64 UCAS tariff points across both qualifications. 90 Credit Diploma (Distinction, Merit). Acceptable on its own or can be combined with other qualifications such as an A Level, in which case total needs to be 64 UCAS tariff points.
International Baccalaureate
International Baccalaureate Acceptable on its own and with other qualifications Welsh Baccalaureate Acceptable on its own but is ideally combined with other qualifications as it is equivalent to one A Level.
Alternative qualifications considered
Audition or Interview Candidates are invited to audition/interview on the basis of completing the LIPA and/or UCAS application form. We look for evidence of the key attributes and an ability to achieve the qualifications standard. In exceptional cases people may be invited to audition/interview who have not met or are not on course to meet the qualifications standard. In these cases there must be substantial potential demonstrated against the other attributes. The audition or interview allows us to evaluate you as a practitioner in your area of interest. Offers of a place will follow where you demonstrate high ability and the potential to succeed. At the audition we provide an overview of LIPA and candidates are asked to present prepared pieces, they also take part in a practical workshop. At a recall event, candidates are asked to bring a piece of written work, take part in workshops and present prepared pieces. They may also be asked interview questions. On occasions, we may combine all elements in to a single audition. Equal Opportunity LIPA is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. To ensure we provide effective equality of opportunity within the application process we carefully consider each application individually and acknowledge differences that can exist between applicants’ experiences from diverse backgrounds. We regularly update our approaches to take into account changing understanding of communities and cultures and we monitor applicant/student characteristics such as age, gender and ethnicity. Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning [RP(E)L] and Credit Transfers If you can demonstrate that you have already achieved learning equivalent to a module or modules, or a level of study, in the programme then you may be eligible to be awarded credit for this learning or to have credit transferred from another UK institution. You will be required to complete an application to have your qualifications or experience approved by the Head of Discipline and the university. This requires the presentation of appropriate evidence and we will map the evidence against the programme outcomes to be certain of equivalence. If approved credit will be awarded and you will proceed on to the appropriate level of the course to complete the remaining credit for the award.
International requirements
Other international requirements
We welcome applications from students with qualifications from outside of the UK. Each application is considered on an individual basis and mapped to the appropriate entry level. We value the diversity of experience that students from different backgrounds bring to the course. IELTS Score of 6 is required
Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check.
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