Literature, Drama and Creative Writing

BA (Hons) DRAMA

Key details 

BA (HONS) DRAMA

Start Year
2023
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Bachelor of Arts
UCAS course code
W400
Entry Requirements
ABB
Duration (years)
3

Assessment for Year 1

Assessment 
Our BA Drama modules do not have written exams (apart from one technical theatre test). The technical skills you're developing will usually be assessed through tasks such as making a 3D model of a set, designing a costume, or placing mics on a soundstage. Your performance work will be graded, and so will the rehearsal process, capturing your development in the round. You'll also write analytical essays, creative responses, or pieces where you reflect on your own practice in the theatre. You only need to pass your first year and your marks do not form part of your final degree, which makes it the perfect opportunity to take risks and develop as a performer and thinker.  

Feedback 
You're given constant feedback on your practical work, helping you to deepen your craft as a performer. When it comes to written work, you'll often submit 'formative' work which leads towards your final submission and on which you receive feedback. You'll be supported by an academic adviser, who oversees your whole journey as a Drama student at UEA. 

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
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Assessment for Year 2

Assessment 
You'll continue to be assessed on your practical work in all its forms, whether that's acting, directing, filmmaking, or technical theatre. This year, you’ll have lots of chances to create your own performances. Your writing will be assessed, too, but this year you might also submit creative writing inspired by one of our celebrated scriptwriting workshops. In the Drama Outreach module, the entire process through which you devise your piece in collaboration with a real-world client will form part of your final mark, and you'll write an essay which reflects on that process and evaluates your project's success.

Feedback 
Your practical work is constantly enriched by your drama tutors' feedback during rehearsals, and you'll continue to receive advice on 'formative' writing, too. In a scriptwriting workshop, you'll benefit from the constructive critique of your workshop's leader (a published, practising writer), and of your peers. Your collaborative work with a client in the Drama Outreach module will be informed by the regular advice of your drama tutors, and you'll receive feedback from the client at the end.  

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Assessment for Year 3

Assessment 
Your rehearsal and technical work throughout the Drama Production module will be continuously assessed by your mentor and the drama tutor who's leading the whole project, and your final performance will be marked and that mark moderated by an external examiner. Your Drama Project will also be assessed and externally moderated to ensure robust fairness and transparency. In the third year, you might find yourself writing reflections on your performances, academic essays, scripts, or pieces of creative-critical writing, where you fuse critical and imaginative writing.  
  
Feedback 

As well as constant advice on your practical work as it develops, you'll receive full written feedback on your work in both the Drama Production and Drama Project modules. Written work in your third year – which may also include a choice between research-led seminars or a full-length dissertation in either a creative or a critical mode – continues to be supported by feedback on formative writing. 

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Assessment for Year 1

Assessment 
Our BA Drama modules do not have written exams (apart from one technical theatre test). The technical skills you're developing will usually be assessed through tasks such as making a 3D model of a set, designing a costume, or placing mics on a soundstage. Your performance work will be graded, and so will the rehearsal process, capturing your development in the round. You'll also write analytical essays, creative responses, or pieces where you reflect on your own practice in the theatre. You only need to pass your first year and your marks do not form part of your final degree, which makes it the perfect opportunity to take risks and develop as a performer and thinker.  

Feedback 
You're given constant feedback on your practical work, helping you to deepen your craft as a performer. When it comes to written work, you'll often submit 'formative' work which leads towards your final submission and on which you receive feedback. You'll be supported by an academic adviser, who oversees your whole journey as a Drama student at UEA. 

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Students must select 60 credits in semester 1 and 40 credits in semester 2.

Assessment for Year 2

Assessment 
You'll continue to be assessed on your practical work in all its forms, whether that's acting, directing, filmmaking, or technical theatre. This year, you’ll have lots of chances to create your own performances. Your writing will be assessed, too, but this year you might also submit creative writing inspired by one of our celebrated scriptwriting workshops. In the Drama Outreach module, the entire process through which you devise your piece in collaboration with a real-world client will form part of your final mark, and you'll write an essay which reflects on that process and evaluates your project's success.

Feedback 
Your practical work is constantly enriched by your drama tutors' feedback during rehearsals, and you'll continue to receive advice on 'formative' writing, too. In a scriptwriting workshop, you'll benefit from the constructive critique of your workshop's leader (a published, practising writer), and of your peers. Your collaborative work with a client in the Drama Outreach module will be informed by the regular advice of your drama tutors, and you'll receive feedback from the client at the end.  

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Assessment for Year 3

Assessment 
Your rehearsal and technical work throughout the Drama Production module will be continuously assessed by your mentor and the drama tutor who's leading the whole project, and your final performance will be marked and that mark moderated by an external examiner. Your Drama Project will also be assessed and externally moderated to ensure robust fairness and transparency. In the third year, you might find yourself writing reflections on your performances, academic essays, scripts, or pieces of creative-critical writing, where you fuse critical and imaginative writing.  
  
Feedback 

As well as constant advice on your practical work as it develops, you'll receive full written feedback on your work in both the Drama Production and Drama Project modules. Written work in your third year – which may also include a choice between research-led seminars or a full-length dissertation in either a creative or a critical mode – continues to be supported by feedback on formative writing. 

 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Entry Requirements

A Levels

ABB including one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law If you are taking an EPQ and three A-levels, we may offer you a one grade reduction on our advertised typical offer, if you achieve an A in the EPQ.

T Levels

Not accepted

BTEC

DDM in an Arts/Humanities subject (usually Performing Arts). Excludes BTEC Public Services, Uniformed Services or Business Administration

Scottish highers

AAABB including one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law

Scottish highers advanced

BCC including one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law

Irish leaving certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 including one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law

Access course

Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3

European Baccalaureate

75% including 7 in one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law

International Baccalaureate

32 including HL 5 in one of the following subjects: Drama, Theatre Studies, English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law

GCSE offer

You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.

Additional entry requirements

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes. 

If you do not have an A-Level or equivalent qualification in one of the subjects listed above, once you have submitted your UCAS form we may then contact you to ask you to submit a short analysis of a passage of a literary text in support of your application.

We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications.  If you have a qualification which is not listed here, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.

If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year Programmes.

Important note 

Once enrolled onto your course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include your eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled. 

International Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country. 

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree: 

International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture (for Year 1 entry to UEA) 

International Foundation in Humanities and Law (for Year 1 entry to UEA)

Students for whom english is a foreign language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):  

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) for year 1 entry 

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:  

Interviews

If your application tells us that you’re capable and enlivened by your chosen course, we will invite you to an online audition with an academic. This is a chance to meet us, discuss the course, and perform a monologue from a play you love. You’ll be asked to prepare a monologue of your choice, which we’ll work on with you. We’ll also talk about your current studies, extra-curricular interests, and the theatre that excites you. If you receive an offer, you’ll be invited to an applicant day, when you can see the campus, meet current students, and take part in a performance workshop, giving you a taste of what it would be like to study Drama here at UEA.

Gap year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.  We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Intakes

This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.  
Course Reference Number: 6775428

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees  

View our information for Tuition Fees. 

Scholarships and Bursaries 

We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates. 

 

Course related costs

View our information about Additional Course Fees. 

Course Reference Number: 6775428

How to Apply

Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub. 

UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.

Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started. 

Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges. 

The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.

View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: 

How to apply through UCAS 

Course Reference Number: 6775428
Key details
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Bachelor of Arts
UCAS course code
W400
Entry Requirements
ABB
Duration (years)
3
Hone your craft as a performer and maker, drawing on a wealth of performance styles and traditions from across time periods and from all around the world. You’ll develop your own practical performance skills alongside studying great plays and works of theatre, mastering everything from acting and directing to theory and stagecraft.
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