Theatre undergraduate courses

With 1.9 million people working in the creative industries, a Theatre degree can open the door to a range of careers.

Learn in a professional environment at Derby where you can develop your skills in acting, devising, directing, designing, producing, stage managing, and theatre technology for a career as a professional theatre artist or technician.

Why study Theatre at Derby?

Opportunities to showcase your craft in productions, work with and learn from industry experts, and build a network of contacts for your career in theatre.

Study with the professionals

Derby Theatre

• Hone your skills at Derby Theatre. Owned by the University, this popular theatre in the city centre stages a mixture of its own productions and touring shows. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to showcase your work on our stage and gain hands on experience in a working theatre
• By becoming a Student Ambassador for Derby Theatre you'll gain first hand experience at a working theatre 
• Professional shows will inspire your own performances and give you the chance to go backstage to meet and learn from industry experts including performers and technical crew
• Take part in national and international festivals to showcase your work
• As a University of Derby student you'll have access to £5 student tickets to 100s of performances at Derby Theatre

Career opportunities

Studying Theatre will open a number of doors for you, whether you want to stay in the profession or branch out to use your skills elsewhere.

Careers our graduates have gone onto include:

• casting
• creating and running new theatre
• companies
• directing
• performing
• producing

You could also go on to study our MA Applied Theatre and Education.