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UndergraduateCertificate of Higher EducationUCAS: P427
Foundation Musical Theatre
University of Greater ManchesterManchester, England
1 yearDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
91%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Greater Manchester, the CertHE Foundation Musical Theatre provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide. The CertHE Foundation Musical Theatre, delivered by Shockout in Manchester, is designed for those who are passionate about a career in musical theatre but want to develop and strengthen their foundation skills before undertaking full-time professional training at the degree level. This one-year intensive and indus... International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a 82% continuation rate, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Acting Fundamentals and Performance Technique
Voice Production and Vocal Training
Dance Styles for Musical Theatre
Movement and Physical Expression
Musical Theatre History and Context
Character Development and Interpretation
Audition Preparation and Professional Practice
Integrated Performance Project
UCAS Code:P427
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£9,790
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£9,790
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greater Manchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £10,500 | £17,500 | £22,000 |
| 5 years | £19,000 | £23,500 | £27,000 |
UK subject average: £20,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£17,500
UK average
£20,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 18% above UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£20,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-02-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
6%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
59%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-02-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
74%
Overall
Teaching on my course
91%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
74%Academic support
83%Organisation and management
28%Learning resources
93%Student voice
64%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
60%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of Greater Manchester
University of Greater Manchester offers Foundation Musical Theatre as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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