About the Department
The Media, Music and Performance Production department caters to all aspects of performance and production encompassing performing arts, technical theatre, journalism, music, and more. The department considers its courses as intensive training where students can refine their skills and take advantage of industry links.
Highlighted Courses
Acting BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3
Prove that you’re a class act with this programme. You will develop the vocal and physical skills needed to shine on stage and on screen. You...
Theatre Design and Production BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3
Identify your backstage specialism with this programme. You’ll gain an understanding of backstage theatre and will work on live productions d...
BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Digital Media
This course gives you the opportunity to explore a wide range of creative skills within digital media production, through a series of practical...
Dance BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3
Step up your skills with our practical programme. You will explore a variety of dance styles including contemporary, urban, jazz, ballet and Musical...
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Facilities
Creative studios, theatres, stages, digital studios and music suites.
Store Links
Our exciting short courses are available from the store.
FAQs
What courses do you offer?
We offer many creative courses including: Digital Media, Performing Arts, Theatre Production, Musical Theatre Performance, Music Industry Skills, Music, Dance, Acting, TV and Film Production, Theatre Design and Production, Extended TV and Film Production, Journalism, and Music Technology.
What are the progression routes from your courses?
Progression routes are available from Level 1 to Level 3 within the department. University Centre Leeds offers a variety of creative degrees in Acting, Animation, Computer Games, Computer Games (Concept Art), Dance, Games Development, Sound for Film & Games, and Film and Screen Media as further progression for Level 3 students.
What industry links and partnerships do you have?
Take advantage of our links with Leeds Playhouse, Opera North and Howard Assembly Rooms. We have previously worked with Phoenix Dance Theatre, Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, Northern School of Contemporary Dance, Northern Ballet, ZooNation, RJC Dance, DAZL, and Hunslet Club.
What financial support is available at the college?
Students are able to apply for the college bursary which can pay for travel passes, college meals and trips or visits. Students with children can also gain support with childcare to support their studies.
Which campus are you based at?
We are based at Quarry Hill Campus.
Safeguarding
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