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Qualification
Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE
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Location
University of Surrey, Guildford
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
- Our Foundation Acting (CertHE) programme aims to nurture and develop skills and techniques for those who aspire to train within either a conservatoire or higher education environment, in pursuit of a career within the creative industries.- Many of our CertHE students go on to study further undergraduate programmes with the Guildford School of Acting (GSA), the University of Surrey, and other higher education institutions. It is a great stepping stone to reaching your professional goal.
What you will studyThis is both an innovative and intensive programme-led course and is taught by GSA’s highly skilled tutors and industry professionals. You will have the opportunity to:• Develop a broad range of performance skills relevant to the actor.• Receive guidance and preparation for the selection and delivery of monologues required for auditions onto professional performance programmes.• Study audition technique.• Access support and guidance for the submission of applications to conservatoires and higher education institutions.• Enjoy practical workshops.• Engage with basic camera techniques and skills required for further screen acting training.• Perform in a performance project of work within one of GSA’s performance venues.
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : CCD
Overall: CCD.Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element.Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted.
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