BA (Hons) Acting & English

The BA (Hons) Acting and English course at Edinburgh Napier University offers a unique blend of acting training and academic study of English literature, enabling students to equip themselves with an array of creative and academic skills. The course allows students to acquire a professional acting technique along with an understanding of the diversity and richness of English literature. Course Content: This full-time course involves developing acting skills, exploring a wide range of English literature, participating in projects and productions, and undertaking individual research. The course covers various acting disciplines such as Acting Technique, Acting for Camera, Vocal Expression, and Movement Expression. It also encompasses literary studies including British Literature from the Middle Ages to the 21st century, American Literature, and Literary Theory. Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Acting – Technique, Acting – Devising, British Literature 1 and 2, Voice – Articulation and Text, Movement – Yoga and Authentic Movement, Acting – Shakespeare, Voice – Accent and Dialect, Modernism and Postmodernism, Literature Dissertation, and Acting – Professional Preparation. Accreditations: None specified on the course webpage.Future Careers: Graduates of this course often pursue careers in professional theatre, film, and television. They also find employment in related areas such as Arts Administration, Teaching, Directorship, Playwriting, and other roles requiring creative and critical skills. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.