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Performing Arts Courses at Northumbria

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Study Undergraduate Performing Arts Courses at Northumbria.

Ready to Be Empowered? 

Join a legacy of Alumni, including graduates who have joined Live Theatre, Northern Stage, the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, as well as schools, care homes and local authorities. In fact, one of our graduates founded Newcastle’s highly successful Alphabetti Theatre, championing original work from emerging artists.  

Ready to Succeed? 

Work on live projects with high profile cultural companies such as Northern Stage and Live Theatre, and benefit from workshops and industry visits designed to enhance your skills. 

Dance, Drama and Cinematics is ranked Top 15 in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2026).

Drama, Dance & Cinematics at Northumbria is ranked Top 25 in the UK (Times Good University Guide 2026)

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