BA (Hons) Applied Theatre (Community and Education)

Course Overview This BA (Hons) Applied Theatre degree at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire prepares the next generation of skilled theatre-makers to create meaningful performances and projects with real-world impact. You will learn by doing, transforming from a student into a practitioner by devising new work and collaborating with diverse communities outside the traditional theatre space. The course is designed for those passionate about using theatre as a powerful tool for education, social engagement, and change. Key Program Highlights Learn through hands-on experience, regularly working with young people and community groups on projects in education, health, and justice settings. Develop a unique creative practice by taking on the roles of performer, deviser, maker, and facilitator. Benefit from established industry partnerships with leading organisations like Birmingham REP, Big Brum, and Women and Theatre. Embrace a wide variety of performance backgrounds, from spoken word and dance to puppetry and music. Build fantastic professional connections within the Midlands' thriving independent theatre scene and beyond.