Performing Arts
Are you someone who is fascinated in theatre and enjoys putting on a show ? Perhaps you dream of seeing your name in lights , or scrolling in the credits , or in a theatre show programme ? Maybe you are interested in leading drama workshops , learning about backstage as well as front-of-stage and frontof-house work opportunities ?
Then look no further ! Our performing arts courses are for you !
Our highly experienced practitioners and lecturers offer a wide variety of specialisms in acting , musical theatre and theatre performance . Creative industries is a sector which is highly entrepreneurial as it is openminded to flexible , new ways of working . It ’ s where a growing number of young , dynamic small businesses are flourishing and new , exciting employment opportunities are generated .
Our students benefit from many superb opportunities to get hands-on , real-life experience through work placements and external events , and they can “ earn while they learn ” as part of our Studio 38 Youth Theatre team of workshop facilitators and support assistants .
What kind of career could I have ? Actor / Performer
Acting for stage / screen / TV / film Musical Theatre Performer And more ...
What route can I take to my ideal career ?
You can start at SCQF Level 5 ( the equivalent to National 5s ) and progress through HNC / HND and on to year 3 of a degree at Fife College or one of our partner universities or move into employment .
Our exciting degree in Creative Enterprise , developed in partnership with Queen Margaret University , will allow you to take your HN studies through to Honours Degree level at Fife College , and start developing your business plan for a successful career in performing arts and theatre .
For more information visit : fife . ac . uk / performingarts
Did you know ?
Scotland is home to many world-famous actors , some of whom studied at Fife College , including Dougray Scott !
£ 207.4 million
In the Scottish Budget for 2022 / 23 , the culture and major events sector saw an increase in spending plans from £ 176.6 million in 2021 / 22 to £ 207.4 million in 2022 / 23
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