Key Facts
- Starting
8 Sep 2025- Location
- Kingston Hall Road Centre
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Study Mode
- Full Time
- Start Date
- Sep 2025
- Level
- Level 4
- Code
- KIP4013CF
UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical and Production Practice
Looking for an exciting career in the performing and production arts industry? This course is your ticket to an amazing journey. Not only will you earn a nationally recognised qualification, you'll gain hands-on experience and confidence to thrive. Dive into a dynamic, vocational course with specialised modules and invaluable industry experience at our bustling theatre venue in the heart of Kingston; The ACT Theatre. You'll work on thrilling performances, electrifying gigs, dazzling fashion shows, and so much more.
The UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical Theatre for the Creative Industries has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to work in the production arts industry. The qualification is a one-year fast track into employment and will also open up the possibility of further progression within Higher Education. This qualification is successfully recognised as preparing students for progression into employment, and is endorsed by the following employers:
- Ambassador Theatre Group vNational Theatre
- TAIT Stage
- White Light
The course is validated by the prestigious University of the Arts London (UAL) and is free for most 18 year olds who have at least 3 years residency in the UK.
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Introductory Course Info HE
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Entry Requirements
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Course Content
This course is suitable for students who have an interest in production arts (within the theatre) or a related subject who wish to explore and extend this interest via an immersive, practical learning environment.The qualification can be used as a starting point for anyone who has identified a potential career in the performing arts industry and wants to pursue careers such as:
- Theatre Technician
- Backstage Crew
- Lighting and/or Sound Technician
- Lighting Designer
- Stage Manager
- Set Designer
- Prop Maker
- Operations Manager
- Events Management
The qualification is designed to balance practical and creative skills with theoretical study. Work placement opportunities and industry-led projects are key elements, helping students gain an understanding of this creative arts sector.
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Progression Next Steps
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Additional Information
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International Students
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Teaching and Learning