What is the BA (Hons) Acting?

East 15’s BA (Hons) Acting is a three-year, industry-focused, conservatoire degree for aspiring performers who want to work across stage, screen, audio and digital media.

Based at our Loughton Campus, the course develops your acting talent, skills and versatility, preparing you to enter the performing arts industry as a creative, proactive and collaborative actor.

Why this course?

The BA (Hons) Acting encourages you to explore your creative practice in depth, helping you refine your craft, discover your unique artistic identity, and develop not only the performance skills but the confidence essential to your growth as an actor.

You’ll train intensively in small groups with professional tutors and guest practitioners from across the industry. This gives you first-hand insight into a wide range of approaches, techniques and performance styles. From classical texts to contemporary and experimental work, you’ll engage with a broad repertoire that builds your versatility and adaptability.

Our step-by-step training in Years One and Two strengthens your technical, physical and imaginative skills, while the final year focuses on your professional development, working with visiting directors and professional practitioners, preparing you to enter the industry. By the end of the course, you’ll have the resilience and versatility to tackle diverse roles and projects in the ever-evolving landscape of the performing arts.

Students of this course gave it a 98% student positivity score for 'teaching on my course' in the National Student Survey 2026.

Who should apply?

• Aspiring actors committed to building a professional acting career and seeking structured, high-level training
• Students looking for intensive, conservatoire-style actor training across stage, screen, audio and digital media
• Ambitious performers who want comprehensive development of their physical, vocal and imaginative abilities
• Those seeking a rigorous programme that equips them with the skills and readiness to enter the industry directly upon graduation
• Individuals eager to explore their acting potential and develop a distinct artistic identity

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