**overview** gain the skills and confidence to perform across screens and stages as you enhance your ability to engage audiences through voice, movement, and innovative performance techniques on this ba (hons) acting course. with an emphasis on practical learning, you’ll develop a unique acting approach across various mediums—from live performances to digital content creation. you'll have access to industry-standard facilities, from film, television, and theatre studios to motion capture and augmented reality, providing you with the ideal environment to refine your skills. by the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a diverse range of roles in film, television, theatre, games, and more, with the ability to bring a variety of stories to life. this is a new course and we’re currently finalising the detailed information for this page. you can still see entry requirements and apply. **this is a connected degree** portsmouth is the only university in the uk with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. you can decide if and when to take a placement after you've started your course.