UAL Awarding Body Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts UAL Level 3
Study mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time.
Course type: UAL Level 3
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre.
Duration: Full time: 1 year
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
Delivered in partnership with Out of the Darkness Theatre Company, the course focuses on Musical Theatre, integrating singing, acting, and dance into a dynamic, industry-relevant training experience.
Throughout the course, you'll explore a range of performing and production arts topics while developing your creative, technical and performance skills. Through practical projects, rehearsals and live performance opportunities, you'll gain experience of professional working practices and learn how to engage and connect with audiences.
Where possible you will also have the opportunity to engage with the acting industry, including talks and workshops with practising professionals and theatre trips.
Special Features
- Take part in live productions, public performances and community projects
- Engage with theatre professionals through workshops, talks and theatre visits
- Work on creative, projects that reflect real industry practices and expectations
- Study with Out of the Darkness Theatre Company
- Two National 5s, preferably one in English OR
- NPA in Acting and Performance.
Applications are encouraged from prospective students without the standard entry requirements as listed above.
Course content includes:
Project 1
- Principles of performance
- Engaging with an audience
- Introduction to professional practice
- Critical and contextual awareness
Project 2
- Production skills and context
- Performance skills and context
- Preparation for specialist study
Project 3
- Collaborative performance project
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
This course is delivered face-to-face on campus including practical classes and performances.
How long will my course last?
1 Year2.5 days a week - classes will be delivered between 9am-4pm
- UHI Moray
Start date
August
Fees
Normally, if you are studying full time for the first time and are Ordinarily Resident in Scotland your course fees will be covered through the information you provide on your course application.
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
If you are not Ordinarily Resident in Scotland, you may need to pay course fees.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
| Course fees 2024/25* | Scotland | Rest of UK | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Further Education - Full time | £1,008 | £1,008 | £6,960 |
| Further Education - Part time (per single credit unit) | £88 | £88 | £352 |
| Further Education - Part time (structured 6 credits) | £528 | £528 | £2,112 |
* Fees for 2025/26 are still to be confirmed.
Funding
Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances. Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Equipment
You are advised to wear comfortable clothes and training shoes for practical sessions.
What can I do on completion of my course?
On successful completion of the course you can progress onto further study including:
- HNC/D Acting and Performance
- HNC Musical Theatre
- BA (Hons) Drama and Production
Alternatively, you will have the skills to gain employment in freelance performing and production roles or organisational positions including formal education and community engagement.
"At UHI Moray, we create a supportive and inspiring environment where students can develop their talents, push creative boundaries and gain real performance experience. Watching their confidence grow throughout the course is incredibly rewarding.
This course offers a practical, hands-on experience of the performing arts industry, helping students build the skills, resilience and creativity needed to succeed both on stage and behind the scenes.
We empower students to find their creative voice, build confidence and develop the skills needed for the next stage of their performing arts journey"
Garry Collins, Programme Leader, Performing Arts
"The UAL Performing and Production Arts course has helped me grow in confidence and push myself creatively. I’ve been able to explore new styles of acting, perform in productions like Little Shop of Horrors, and discover what I truly enjoy about performing.
I’ve always loved singing, acting and dancing, and this course gave me the chance to try everything and step outside my comfort zone. My confidence has grown so much, and I’ve discovered new sides to my performance style"
Roze McAfee, current UAL Performing and Production Arts student
Apply for UAL Awarding Body Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts UAL Level 3
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