Turn your passion into your beloved profession at UCW with degree courses that have been designed with industry involvement to give you the edge needed to succeed in the competitive performing arts marketplace.
All of our courses at UCW build upon an intensive training regime by also incorporating a mix of theory business acumen and transferable skills such as creative thinking which can transform businesses. This fusion of both the practical and theoretical skills will allow you to develop your own unique identity as an artist, entrepreneur and innovative and forward-thinking global citizen.
Creative Arts embrace inclusivity and diversity, allowing individuals to express themselves whilst facilitating modes of self-advocacy and communication. As a result, the arts act as a tool for cultural exchange, education and expression. Working in Creative Arts allow people to engage with all of their senses and emotions, whilst stimulating the mind and body, which nurtures the potential of innovative new projects. Here at University Centre Weston, we encourage individuality, embrace expression and champion inclusion.
Live projects are a key aspect of our courses; you will gain experience working to briefs and script scenes so that you can find the most time-efficient, cost-effective and visually impressive way to turn ideas into reality. The hands-on experience involved in our courses has led many of our previous and current students to secure their first job before they have even graduated. Small class sizes and passionate lecturers who provide valuable one-to-one support to our students.
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Turn your passion into your beloved profession at UCW with degree courses that have been designed with industry involvement to give you the edge needed to succeed in the competitive performing arts marketplace.
All of our courses at UCW build upon an intensive training regime by also incorporating a mix of theory business acumen and transferable skills such as creative thinking which can transform businesses. This fusion of both the practical and theoretical skills will allow you to develop your own unique identity as an artist, entrepreneur and innovative and forward-thinking global citizen.
Creative Arts embrace inclusivity and diversity, allowing individuals to express themselves whilst facilitating modes of self-advocacy and communication. As a result, the arts act as a tool for cultural exchange, education and expression. Working in Creative Arts allow people to engage with all of their senses and emotions, whilst stimulating the mind and body, which nurtures the potential of innovative new projects. Here at University Centre Weston, we encourage individuality, embrace expression and champion inclusion.
Live projects are a key aspect of our courses; you will gain experience working to briefs and script scenes so that you can find the most time-efficient, cost-effective and visually impressive way to turn ideas into reality. The hands-on experience involved in our courses has led many of our previous and current students to secure their first job before they have even graduated. Small class sizes and passionate lecturers who provide valuable one-to-one support to our students.
UCW gave me the knowledge and the confidence to get out there and create opportunities for myself. The lecturers were so experienced and without their input I don’t think I would be where I am today.
Mia, Musical Theatre, BA (Hons)
Our lecturers are so lovely. What I think is really nice is that we’ve got smaller classes compared to other unis, so we get more one on one time. I feel like we’ve got to know them.
Poppy, Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Production, BA (Hons)
The support and guidance from my lectures has been invaluable. All of my lecturers have been, or still are, practised in the professional industry, meaning that it’s not just the content of the course that we are learning. Our lecturers often share anecdotes about their experiences in the industry.
Poppy, Musical Theatre, BA (Hons)
Having almost every product I need available at all times has been a great benefit to my learning. In addition, the tutors have always supported my ideas and my creativity and that has given me the confidence to believe in myself and to never doubt my abilities.
Natalie, Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Production, BA (Hons)
My lecturers have really pushed me in order to become a better performer, while they have helped me in seeing my own strengths. Though we of course are here to improve and get better it is important to highlight strengths and improvements in order to feel encouraged to continue. I feel like my lecturers have really found that balance, which I really appreciate.
Jenny Aspström, Musical Theatre, BA (Hons)
I would recommend the course to anyone who wants to better their performance skills and develop some business knowledge. The studios and equipment are amazing, and I’ve really enjoyed and appreciated the opportunity to use them
Mike-E, Professional Music Performance
I have gained so many skills from my course – mainly confidence, teamwork, and professionalism. I know I am ready for the dance industry with all the outstanding training I have had.
Georgia, Dance for Commercial Performance, BA (Hons)
I chose UCW because they offered great work experience opportunities. Learning character design and making prosthetic pieces helped me to develop a smooth transition into the industry where I now work.
Jade, BA (Hons) Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics for Production
When I started at UCW I never thought I'd progress as much as I have. I believe the support from the lecturers and their skills have been able to push me to be where I am now.
Mari Kerrigan, Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Production, BA (Hons)
"Make The Most Out Of The Facilities As I Would Love To Still Be Able To Rehearse In A Space Like That Every Day."
Lukin studied Musical Theatre at UCW and has appeared in shows including Book of Mormon in the West End and Bristol Hippodrome and on international tours of Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
Lukin studied Musical Theatre at UCW and has appeared in shows including Book of Mormon in the West End and Bristol Hippodrome and on international tours of Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
Lukin, Musical Theatre BA (Hons)
We're taking education to a whole new level. By being part of a Career Excellence Hub, all of our study programmes are designed to make you "job ready" when you graduate.
We work with a diverse range of local and national employers to ensure our courses are upgraded with career-boosting benefits.
HOW DOES THIS BENEFIT ME?
- Incredible and inspiring guest lecturers
- Exclusive networking opportunities
- Key focus on skills employers are after
- Course content is signed off by employers to ensure what you're being taught is up to date and relevant to the industry
OUR PROGRAMMES ARE
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Our Facilities
Located at our Loxton Campus; Performance Arts, Production and Music courses benefit from bespoke facilities.
Located next door to two working theatres, our performing arts facilities offer industry standard spaces to prepare you for the screen and stage. As well as sprung floor dance studios, exclusive IT suites and vocal recording facilities our Knightstone Campus also has it’s own “Berkoff Theatre”, with a full lighting rig for performance set-ups.
Our music courses take place at Loxton Campus. Here you’ll find industry standard recording studios (both analogue and digital), fully equipped practice rooms, equipment hiring facilities and a professional performance space for hosting events.
Meet our Team
Here at UCW, our lecturers are made of sector professionals.
Their expertise, experiences and industry contacts means that your learning is taken to the next level!
Karl Griffiths
Specialist Technician - Performing Arts
Oz Cahill
Specialist Technician
Kirsten Harrison
HE Programme Co-ordinator - Hair Makeup & Prosthetics for Production
Kyle Davies
HE Section Leader – Performance and Production
Adam Fuller
Lecturer in Acting and Performance Making
Adrian Harris
Lecturer in Acting and Performance Making
Fiona Philp
Performance and Acting Lecturer
Tara O'Hare
Lecturer - Hair Makeup and Prosthetics
Sandy Day
HE Programme Co-ordinator - Hair Makeup & Prosthetics for Production
Susannah Leitch
Programme Coordinator, Popular Music
Lee Sullivan
Curriculum Coordinator - Music
Mark Helyar
Lecturer - Performing Arts
Eloise Hodder
Programme Coordinator - Acting and Performance Making
Abigail Green
Head of Voice and Singing
Nicolette Whitley
Lecturer in Jazz
Joe Miller
Lecturer in Pas de Deux
Carina Morgan
Lecturer in Ballet and Jazz
Beky Humphries
Lecturer in Commercial Dance
Joe Kennedy
Head of Dance
Rachel Hickie
Programme Coordinator - Dance for Commercial Performance
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