How to Apply

Applications are accepted via UCAS and auditions are held throughout the year. It is important to apply early as some courses fill up quickly.

Our provision is offered through UCEN Manchester (Institution Code M10):

  • BA (Hons) Acting  – W410
  • BA (Hons) Dance and Performance – D16P
  • BA (Hons) Musical Theatre – W411
  • BA (Hons) Music Production and Composition – WW40
  • BA (Hons) Theatre and Performance – T2P6
  • BA(Hons) Vocal Studies and Performance – W412

Audition Process

We are looking for students with potential for a career in the industry who are intuitive, intelligent and passionate performers. As well as having good marks in a subject specific qualification, we also ask that English and Maths is to a good standard (of C or above at GCSE), however all people will be considered at an audition. Each course has its own unique audition process in order for us to assess potential skills in the subject.

Our Audition Process

Drama theatre performance The Arden students performing on stage