Drama, Theatre and Performance, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Lancaster University offers a dynamic theatre programme that emphasises cutting-edge contemporary performance and its potential to drive social change. Students benefit from strong partnerships with leading cultural organisations, such as Lancaster Arts and the Dukes Theatre, gaining practical experience through group-devised projects and culminating in a final degree showcase. This prepares graduates for impactful careers in the creative industries, equipping them with essential skills in experimental 20th and 21st-century theatre.The programme, based in the Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts, provides flexibility through a wide range of modules, including Theatre for Social Change and Environmental Performance, allowing students to specialise in theatre or integrate studies in art, film, or related fields. Taught by professional practitioners and academics, it includes opportunities for community-based projects that enhance personal development and employability, with options to incorporate a minor subject in the first year.