You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.
Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.
This course is designed for students who have completed a Level 4 acting qualification and want to continue developing their performance skills. It supports progression from an HNC at Cheshire College or from a similar qualification at another institution.
The course focuses on building your practical and professional skills in acting. Assessment takes place throughout the year and includes performances, written reflections, presentations, and collaborative projects.
You will develop your ability to perform in a range of styles and work as part of a creative team. The course also supports your understanding of the industry and prepares you for further study or work in performance.
You will have access to the College’s theatre and drama facilities, including performance spaces and rehearsal areas. These spaces support your practical work and give you the opportunity to develop your skills in a professional environment.
The HND is available for students who wish to progress from a HNC at Cheshire College. If you have obtained your HNC from another institution or have had a gap in your studies your application will be reviewed to ensure you have previously undertaken a combination of units that is complementary to our HND programme.
We welcome an application profile that meets one of the following:
A BTEC Level 3 qualification in acting or related or a related course. Applications will be considered from learners who have completed a level 3 qualification within a different subject area on an individual basis
A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject
Other related Level 3 qualifications
An Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution
Related work experience as determined at interview with the Course Team Leader
An international equivalent of the above
and:
GCSE grades A* to C and/or 9 to 4 in maths and English
The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.
You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.
Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.
There is funding available for eligible students.
Do I pay this fee?
Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.
Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.
Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.
HE (HESES)
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Degrees you could enter:
HE (HESES)
Performing Arts Music and Technical Theatre
Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!
Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk
Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)
You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.
Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.