BA (Hons)Drama

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 60 to 65% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component.
• PTE: A minimum overall score of 59, with no individual score below 51.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Wolverhampton offers various scholarships and financial support opportunities to help students with their educational expenses. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students and are awarded based on different criteria such as academic merit, financial need, and specific eligibility requirements. 

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships: These scholarships are available for international students applying to full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programs. The scholarships provide a reduction in tuition fees and are awarded based on academic achievement.

Academic Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to both domestic and international students entering their first year of an undergraduate program. It rewards high-achieving students with a reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study.

Sports Scholarships: The university offers sports scholarships to support talented athletes who have achieved a high level of performance in their sport. These scholarships provide financial support and various benefits to help athletes balance their studies and training.

Alumni Discount: The University of Wolverhampton offers a discount on tuition fees for eligible alumni who choose to pursue further studies at the university.

Graduating with a BA (Hons) in Drama from the University of Wolverhampton opens up a variety of exciting career pathways within the performing arts industry and beyond. This program equips students with a range of practical and creative skills, along with critical thinking and collaboration abilities, preparing them for diverse roles in theatre, film, television, education, arts administration, and more.  

1. Actor/Performer: Graduates can pursue careers as professional actors or performers in theatre, film, television, and radio productions. They audition for roles, work with directors and fellow actors, and bring characters to life on stage and screen.

2. Director/Producer: Graduates may become directors or producers, responsible for overseeing the creative vision and production of theatre, film, or television projects. They manage budgets, collaborate with artists, and ensure the successful execution of productions.

3. Playwright/Scriptwriter: Graduates interested in writing can become playwrights or scriptwriters, crafting original scripts and stories for theatre, film, television, or radio. They develop characters, dialogue, and narratives that resonate with audiences.

4. Theatre Educator/Workshop Facilitator: Graduates can work as theatre educators or workshop facilitators, leading drama classes, workshops, and community outreach programs to engage participants in creative expression and theatrical exploration.

5. Arts Administrator/Manager: Graduates may pursue roles in arts administration or management, working for theatres, arts organizations, or cultural institutions. They manage operations, coordinate events, and support artistic programming.

6. Drama Therapist: Graduates with an interest in psychology and therapy can train as drama therapists, using drama and theatre techniques to promote healing, personal growth, and wellbeing in therapeutic settings.

7. Event Coordinator/Producer: Graduates can work as event coordinators or producers, organizing theatrical performances, festivals, and cultural events to showcase artistic talent and engage audiences.

8. Broadcast Presenter/Host: Graduates with strong communication skills can pursue careers as broadcast presenters or hosts for television, radio, or digital media platforms, interviewing guests, hosting shows, and entertaining audiences.

9. Arts Marketing/Publicity Officer: Graduates interested in marketing and publicity can work as arts marketing officers, promoting theatre productions, events, and cultural initiatives to attract audiences and enhance public engagement.

10. Freelance Artist/Entrepreneur: Graduates with entrepreneurial ambitions can work as freelance artists, developing their own theatre projects, workshops, or productions, or establishing their own theatre companies to showcase their creative work.