Fees & Finance
At Performers College we are uniquely positioned to offer outstanding quality and value to our training professionals.
This is part of our commitment to helping our students develop their skills, talents and self-confidence while they gain a globally recognised Higher Education qualification – no matter their background or financial situation.
Please note: Fees published on our website are accurate as of the time of posting, but changes may be made in line with inflation, subject to maximum fee limits set out in government regulations. Full details can be viewed in the Terms and Conditions.
All Performers College three-year undergraduate courses are priced at £9,535 for UK students.
Fees Status
Your tuition fee charge will depend on whether you’re classified as a student from ‘Home’, ‘Channel Islands and the Isle of Man’ or ‘Overseas’. These classification rules are strictly determined by the UK Government.
Please see the definitions of fee status classifications below:
- ‘Home’: Given to students settled and ordinarily resident in the UK. Also given to Switzerland or British Overseas Territories for three years prior to the course start date.
- ‘The Channel Islands and Isle of Man’: Given to students who are from the Channel Islands and Isle of Man (the British Isles, but outside the UK). They are charged the Home rate.
- ‘Overseas’: Given to students from other countries (exceptions include students temporarily outside the UK, those with UK Government refugee status and migrant workers).
Applicants with UK nationality should note that such nationality does not guarantee they’ll be classed as a ‘Home’ student. Various residence requirements must be satisfied.
If your fee status classification is unclear, you’ll be sent a questionnaire to complete so your status can be determined.
Student finance is available to eligible students for all Performers College undergraduate degree courses. Tuition Fee Loans will cover the full course fee, and Maintenance Loans are available to eligible UK students to help with living costs while studying.*
You can find out more information on the guidelines and how to apply for a student loan at www.slc.co.uk.
*All fees quoted apply to the 2026 academic year only, are on a per-annum basis and may be subject to change.
Students from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales should select the appropriate link for finance:
Northern Ireland: studentfinanceni.co.uk
Scotland: saas.gov.uk
Wales: studentfinancewales.co.uk
| Undergraduate Courses | UK Students | International Students | UCAS Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| CertHE Musical Theatre and Dance | £9,535 | Full information on EU and international student tuition fees can be found here. | W501 |
| BA (Hons) Acting for Stage, Screen & Digital Media | £9,535 | W700 | |
| BA (Hons) Musical Theatre | £9,535 | W400 | |
| BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance | £9,535 | W500 | |
| BA (Hons) Performing Arts (top-up) | £9,535 | W401 |
Trinity College Diplomas
The Dance and Drama Awards (DaDA) are scholarships funded by the EFSA (Education and Skills Funding Agency), and students from the UK and EU may be eligible. These awards are offered by selected schools to the students displaying the most potential to succeed in the profession. Only students taking an approved Trinity College London qualification will be eligible to be considered for an award. The Dance and Drama Awards are scholarships that are income-assessed and may offer reduced tuition fees and support with living costs.
The latest news on funding can be found on the DaDa Website.
For further information about the awards and eligibility, please visit the Government Website.
Fees are subject to change each academic year.
Please note that students are unable to access student loans from Student Finance England for the three-year Diploma course.
| Trinity Diploma Courses | UK Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity College London – Diploma in Professional Dance | £15,000 | Full information on EU and international student tuition fees can be found here. |
| Trinity College London – Diploma in Musical Theatre and Dance | £15,000 |
| Postgraduate Courses | UK Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| MA Business for the Creative Industries (full-time) |
£9,950 |
Full information on EU and international student tuition fees can be found here. |
| MA Business for the Creative Industries (part-time) |
£4,975 (per year) |
|
| MA Choreography |
£11,500 |
|
| MA Learning & Teaching in Creative Industries (full-time) |
£9,950 |
|
| MA Learning & Teaching in Creative Industries (part-time) |
£4,975 (per year) |
|
| MA Professional Performance (Acting) |
£14,500 |
|
| MA Professional Performance (Dance) |
£15,500 |
|
| MA Professional Performance (Musical Theatre) |
£15,500 |
|
| MA Theatre Directing |
£11,500 |
Creative Futures Discount
This bursary cannot be used with any other discount, offer or scholarship.
Eligible BIMM University alumni commencing a postgraduate programme with an intake year from 2026 will receive a £1,000 discount on their tuition fees for UK study and €1,000 discount for study in Ireland or Germany.
This discount applies to both full-time and part-time postgraduate programmes offered by BIMM University. You will qualify for our Creative Futures Discount if you have successfully completed one of the following at BIMM University:
- Undergraduate degree programme
- Master’s programme, including a postgraduate certificate or diploma
Any questions?
For any questions regarding student finance or if you would like more information on how to apply to Performers College, please contact our Enquiries Team on 01273 840 346 or email [email protected].
