Performers College Essex

• Location: Essex, England,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type: mixed.

Performers College Essex is one of the two campuses of the College of Performing Arts, located in Essex. The institution is managed by one of the prestigious and leading institutes of acting and theatrical skills – BIMM University.

College students attending the Essex campus have many opportunities: eduaction in first-class bachelor's and master's programs, short-term courses, obtaining applied knowledge from professional choreographers, directors, make-up artists and other specialists in the field, participation in festivals, city concerts and internships.

The institution often invites leading leaders of theater and film art to conduct master classes, cooperates with local organizations in these areas of creativity.

There are no accommodation facilities on the Essex campus, but staff will help students find suitable accommodation in the areas closest to campuses. Available options:

• Student dormitories,
• Private houses for several students,
• Host families,
• Rooms or apartments entirely.

Thanks to the convenient location of the study area, college students have the opportunity to explore the sights and natural beauties of both Essex and London. In these cities there are the best theaters and concert venues in the UK, taking part in productions and performances of even students. Dance and music events are regularly held on the streets, in restaurants and cafes, and by visiting studios and art laboratories, you can get to a thematic master class or lecture from leading experts in different fields.

The college presents a large number of options for developing its talent - for example, participation in productions and concerts:

• A Chorus Line,
• Rock of Ages,
• Club Tropicana,
• Carousel,
• Romeo & Juliet,
• Shrek the Musical,
• Bridgerton.

• Assistance of employees in finding housing for rent, tutoring, participation in internships and other issues,
• Regularly improving the structure of courses and programs,
• A variety of opportunities for talent development,
• Cooperation with local organizations of cinema, theatrical arts and television.

The academic buildings are located in the suburbs of Essex, close to the M25 motorway, which provides quick access to London.

The cost of the infrastructure of Performers College Essex is more than £ 2,000,000  . Here are equipped:

• 28 dance, acting and vocal studios,
• A library with a reading room and computers that give access to electronic data carriers,
• Gym and games room,
• Department of Physiotherapy,
• Student recreation areas,
• Canteens and buffets.

All studios are equipped with first-class equipment for education: Arlechine spring floors, ballet machines, wall mirrors, musical equipment and instruments, digital and sound systems.

There are several important dates in the academic year:

• Introductory week for freshmen: September 12-23,
• Fall Semester: September 26-January 23,
• Christmas holidays: December 19-January 6,
• Spring semester: January 30-May 22,
• Easter holidays: April 3-14.

The terms of study in the Trinity diploma program differ:

• Fall Semester: September 12-December 12,
• Winter break: 19 December-6 January,
• Spring semester: January 9-March 27,
• Spring break: April 3-14,
• Summer semester: April 17-May 15.

Students of advanced programs study on the same dates, but graduate a little later - on June 26.

Additional expenses include off-campus rentals and meals, public transportation, activities, and personal expenses. Also, for some courses, a non-refundable deposit of no more than £ 100 will be required.

The admission process for applicants to short-term courses and undergraduate programs is identical:

• Filling out the application and providing the necessary documents,
• Audition Day - entrance tests showing the skills of theatrical art, singing, acting, dance.

Future masters instead of auditions will have to undergo an individual interview.

Auditions are held from November to March: participants present a learned dialogue from literature or film, a theatrical production, a song or other creativity showing their best skills in art.

At each stage of admission, the admission committee accompanies the future student, providing answers to all emerging questions.

Through a broad partner network that includes both individuals and leading theatre and film agencies, Students at Performers College Essex have the opportunity to work as interns on major projects until graduation. Within a few months after receiving a diploma, graduates find their first job in their specialty or proceed to a further stage of education, improving their qualifications.

Foreign applicants wishing to enroll in bachelor's and master's programs must provide:

• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit, bank account with local currency,
• High school diploma with grade transcript, suitable bachelor's degree or work experience,
• Individual achievements if available.

Knowledge of English will be important, so you should pass it in advance. IELTS (from 6.0-6.5), TOEFL (from 72-74), PTE Academic (from 50-52) and others will do. The main factor affecting admission will be skills and abilities in the performing arts, so all applicants pass entrance tests.

Short-term courses and summer school programs will not require special skills other than knowledge of English.

Dance and Drama Awards (DaDa) scholarships are awarded to students of Master's programs who are active in learning and have the greatest potential in their future profession. The recipients of the awards are mainly Students of Trinity College – pupils born in the UK and EU countries.

International students automatically receive £2,000 each academic year, which is deducted from the tuition fee.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision