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School of Fine & Performing Arts

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Welcome 1

Undergraduate Study 2

Postgraduate Study 6

Our Facilities 8

The Lincoln Experience 10

Learn from Experts 14

Degree Shows 16

Life After Lincoln 18

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Welcome

At the School of Fine & Performing Arts, we aim to provide our students with an educational experience that is internationally relevant and culturally diverse. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses in a broad range of arts subjects.

Dance and Drama students learn in our purpose-built Lincoln Performing

Arts Centre, where facilities include a 450-seat theatre, studio spaces and workshops. As well as being home to our performing arts students, the Centre hosts comedy, dance, drama and music performances from national touring companies and artists.

Fine Art and Fashion students benefit from state-of-the-art studios and facilities in the University’s £11 million Art, Architecture and Design Building.

Throughout your studies there are numerous opportunities for you to showcase your work, including our highly regarded end of year degree shows.

Fashion at Lincoln is rated first out of 75 institutions in the country for overall satisfaction and 100% of Fine Art students were satisfied with the quality of teaching on their course, according to the National Student Survey 2016. Drama and Dance courses at Lincoln are ranked joint 11th in the UK for graduate prospects according to The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016.

Whichever programme you choose, our practice-led approach and excellent industry links are designed to prepare you for a successful career in your chosen sector.

If you would like to know more about Fine and Performing Arts at Lincoln, please contact us using the details at the back of this brochure or visit us on an Open Day to experience our School and campus for yourself.

Dr Karen Savage Acting Head of School

The University of Lincoln has been named as the top young university in the UK, according to the Complete University Guide 2017. We are 8th out of 128 league table universities for overall student satisfaction, according to the National Student Survey 2016.


Undergraduate Study

BA (Hons) Dance Lincoln’s BA (Hons) Dance degree links the theoretical and academic study of dance through its role in history and modern society, with the practical and creative disciplines of technique, choreography, performance and production.

The practice-based curriculum at Lincoln reflects the vocational needs of professional dancers. Students have the opportunity to engage with practical and theoretical methods to become stronger dancers and more dynamic dance makers.

Opportunities for work placements and participation in performances include collaborations with staff, national and international choreographers and theatre companies. Students can audition for the School’s semi-professional theatre company and take part in performances with the School’s dance company.

Initially, the course focuses on the fundamentals of dance composition, progressing to the study of other areas of dance, such as somatic practices and production skills. The final year focuses on choreography, dance technique and performance, in addition to the completion of an extended dissertation in a particular area of dance. This course has been approved by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance.

100% of Lincoln Dance students agreed that staff on this course are enthusiastic about what they teach and are good at explaining things, according to the National Student Survey 2016.

BA (Hons) Drama Our Drama degree puts the creativity of performance centre stage and aims to prepare students for a range of careers in the theatre and media, both on and off stage.

This course provides the opportunity for students to develop an in-depth understanding of professional practice and an appreciation of diverse performances. The broad range of optional modules is designed to enable students to inform the direction of their study and explore specialist areas such as acting, musical theatre or stage management.

There are opportunities to participate in a variety of productions, collaborate with other departments and external companies, work with academics on research projects and perform at national and international festivals. Students can join our semi-professional theatre group, The Lincoln Company, which performs annually at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and sometimes tours across the UK and overseas.

There are opportunities to study abroad in North America for a term in the second year. Please note that students who choose to study overseas are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and general living costs.

Graduates can develop the skills and knowledge relevant to a variety of roles within the theatre, such as actor, director, playwright, producer, stage manager and technician, as well as in publishing, marketing and research.

BA (Hons) Drama and English This joint honours degree invites students to consider literature from a variety of theoretical, historical and cultural perspectives, while the interdisciplinary nature of the course places an emphasis on bringing together the critical study of drama with creative practice.

During the first and second years of the course, students are introduced to literary forms and theories and can explore texts and authors from the early 19th Century through to the present day. The course approaches drama through possible routes such as improvisation and devising, and site-specific performance. In the third year, students may choose from a wide range of options and undertake a dissertation on a topic of their choice.

Academics are engaged in research which directly informs teaching. There are particular strengths in 21st Century literature and performance, 19th Century literature, scriptwriting and dramaturgy, popular performance practices and Gothic studies.

Students with interests in creative writing and contemporary literature may benefit from readings and masterclasses by authors. Poet Laureate Dame Carol Ann Duffy is currently a visiting artist at the University of Lincoln.

Graduates can develop the skills and knowledge for a variety of roles within the theatre, such as actor, director, playwright, producer, stage manager and technician, as well as in related professions such as publishing, journalism, advertising, public relations, marketing and communications. Others may continue their studies at postgraduate level or take qualifications in teaching.

BA (Hons) Music Music at Lincoln is a contemporary, industry-focused course led by practising professionals in popular music, audio production, musical theatre and composition. It offers pathways in creating and performing music, or composing and arranging for both live and studio sound.

This course connects practice with theory, tradition with innovation, and personal creativity with collaborative projects. As well as working with other musicians, during this degree students have the opportunity to collaborate with dancers, actors, film-makers, animators and designers. The teaching team is composed of professional musicians and experienced researchers with expertise that encompasses numerous professions, disciplines and mediums, such as musical theatre, composition, performance, orchestration, musical direction and editing.

In the first year, topics include the development of key musical skills, the use of audio production technology, working with a score, the role of music in society and the contemporary music industry. Individual instrumental and vocal tuition is available for all students. In the second and third years, students can tailor the degree to suit their individual interests. There are degree pathways that focus on performance, musicianship, composition and musical direction. In the third year, students have the opportunity to present their work in a final-year showcase.

The quality and industry relevance of this course has been accredited by the Joint Audio Media Education Support organisation (JAMES).

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BA (Hons) Fine ArtFine Art at Lincoln provides the guidance and facilities to nurture students’ creative development and expression. They can learn from practising artists and arts professionals, and be introduced to a range of professional and transferable skills.

The course emphasises individual creativity and artistic intelligence, and aims to introduce students to the fields of live art, performance, installation and digital media, as well as catering for painting, sculpture, drawing and printmaking.

At Lincoln, students have the opportunity to work within a dynamic studio culture, and the course aims to enable students to extend their creative work and ideas into new and unexplored areas. Students have the opportunity to join study trips, which introduce significant work and new ideas. In previous years, study trips have included locations in the UK and overseas.*

Academic staff are often practising artists with national and international reputations. For example, Lincoln Fine Art academic, Dr Angela Bartram, has been an artist in residence at the Grace Exhibition Space in Brooklyn, New York.

A range of artists and professionals are invited to deliver lectures and tutorials as part of the Lincoln School of Fine & Performing Arts’ visiting artists programme. Recent speakers include Tom Morton, Mark Titchner, Jordan Baseman and Cath Keay.

100% of Lincoln Fine Art students said they were satisfied with the quality of teaching on this course, according to the National Student Survey 2016.

BA (Hons) Fashion This highly creative course is ideal for those who wish to challenge and inspire contemporary fashion. Students have creative freedom to explore and experience conceptual fashion, millinery, costume and fashion performance, and opportunities to work on collaborative projects.

This course aims to provide a thorough foundation in the theory which underpins fashion, alongside opportunities for students to develop critical thinking skills and a knowledge of fashion, culture and the arts. Students can gain valuable experience through live projects, competitions and work placements, which can enhance graduate employability.

In year one, teaching places emphasis on creative and technical knowledge, introducing core areas essential to 2D and 3D ideas development. In year two, students are introduced to conceptual and innovative approaches to fashion, advanced techniques, collaborative projects and exhibitions. Third-year teaching focuses on the identification and promotion of each student’s individual design aesthetic through the production of a final collection of work, a portfolio and a practice-led dissertation.

Fashion is one of the University’s Design courses ranked 1st in the UK and 100% of Fashion students said they were satisfied with this course overall, according the National Student Survey 2016.


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I realised my true passion for performance art in the final year of my Fine Art degree at the University of Lincoln.

I craved to be part of the wider, live artist community and after finishing my studies, I was accepted to participate in an international workshop facilitated by Dagmar and Zierle & Carter. It opened my eyes to a whole new experience of mindfulness, and going beyond limitations in artistic practice.

I went on to work in a music development organisation where I worked at the paediatric wards in a local hospital. This was highly rewarding work with an emphasis on community engagement.

My personal artistic development has been important too. I am part of ‘The Freedom Project Emerging Artist Residency’ where I am mentored by professional theatre-maker and installation artist Rachael Young and other professional artists.

Eventually, I aspire to be a practitioner and academic advocating the use of holistic teaching.

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A lecturer from the University of Lincoln visited my hometown in China and I was able to ask questions and find out more about the course.

I enjoyed each project. The ‘Magna Carta’ project in my second year particularly influenced my creative approach and enabled me to discover my signature style.

The facilities are great and provided me with the opportunity to experiment across different forms such as architecture, jewellery design and fine art.

The final-year intern programme involves first- and second-year students helping out on third-year projects. It’s a learning process for all of us – I learnt how to manage my time effectively and give instruction to others, while my two assistants gained new skills and knowledge which will hopefully benefit them in their final year.

I have secured a place at the Royal College of Arts to study MA Fashion Womenswear.

Becky Hong, BA (Hons) Fashion

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MA Choreography Practice is at the heart of the MA Choreography at Lincoln. This studio-based programme focuses on examining, exploring and performing choreographic strategies relevant to your chosen field.

Throughout this Master’s programme you will also have the opportunity to explore the theoretical underpinning of your practice. Academics aim to guide students through a wealth of contemporary literature in the field of dance, choreography, philosophy and performance, and you will have the chance to engage in critical debate about your own and others’ practice. Modules can include Choreographic Strategies, Facilitating Dance Creation and Final Project (dissertation by practice).

You can benefit from working closely with academics who have extensive professional experience and from our programme of lectures and seminars from visiting artists. Residential trips are designed to provide the opportunity to encounter and engage with the widest possible range of choreographic practice and discussion. Please note, there may be additional costs associated with residential trips.

MA Drama MA Drama at Lincoln offers a vibrant academic environment, international outlook and an innovative, practice-based approach to teaching.

The School of Fine & Performing Arts offers taught postgraduate Drama options based on its specialist research areas. Students can choose from five pathways: Contemporary Performance Practice, Playwriting, Theatre and Consciousness, Contemporary British Theatre, and Popular Performance.

You have the opportunity to benefit from a combination of practical experience and theoretical study. This is designed to enhance your career prospects as a practitioner and aims to prepare you for roles in theatre, media production and management. Modules include: Contemporary Playwriting; Current Issues in Drama, Theatre and Performance; Indian Theatre/Intercultural Theatre; and Making the Modern Musical.

MA Drama students are welcome to audition for a range of extracurricular shows that take place throughout the year. They are also invited to ‘Critical Encounters’, the School’s regular staff and student research showcase.

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MPhil/PhD Drama and MPhil/PhD Performing Arts While studying for an MPhil or PhD, you can undertake independent research in an area of your choice, supervised and supported by a team of academics. You will have access to a range of training opportunities to enable you to develop your research skills.

Research expertise in the School focuses on the areas of dance, drama and music with internationally recognised academic excellence in contemporary theatre-making; practice as research; theatre, consciousness and Asian performance; popular performance forms such as musical theatre; and the body in performance.

An MPhil or PhD may enhance and progress careers in the performing arts and can open up opportunities at senior levels in direction, production, management and education. It can be the starting point for an academic career, and graduates may choose to go on to professional research or teaching in higher education institutions.

MA Fine Art MA Fine Art is a studio-based, interdisciplinary course that encourages creative risk-taking and intellectual inquiry. It is designed to enable you to enhance your individual practical, theoretical and creative understanding of your chosen artistic discipline.

The course ethos is driven through developing learning by the discourse among the active community of art practitioners in the studio. This is a practice-led course of three modules: Critical Studio Practice, Critical Studio Research and MA Exhibition.

Alongside a strong emphasis on the richness and breadth of art practices around the world, staff and students on the programme are encouraged to take an active role in Lincoln’s contemporary art community. There are opportunities to engage with galleries, artists’ groups, archives and curators. The visiting artist programme of talks and tutorials has previously included Ben Woodeson, Raqs Media Collective, George Shaw and Amanda Coogan.

MA by Research in Art Studying for an MA by Research is designed to allow independent research in an area of your choice, supervised and supported by a selected team of academics. You will have access to a range of training opportunities provided by the University with the aim of developing your research skills.

The College of Arts offers a thriving international research community for students to join and engage in. Here you have the opportunity to benefit from an interdisciplinary ethos, and expertise in contemporary Fine Art practice and contemporary live art practice.

The MA by Research in Art is available in either a written thesis or practice-based format, where documentation of creative practice undertaken during the research period replaces part of the thesis component.

Research areas include art and design histories, contemporary live art practice, and fine art practice.

MPhil/PhD Art The University of Lincoln offers research programmes at MPhil and PhD level across a wide range of art and design disciplines. Research students can benefit from a range of training opportunities to develop their research skills.

While studying for an MPhil or PhD, you will be expected to undertake independent research in an area of your choice, supervised and supported by a team of academics. You have the opportunity to present your work at postgraduate seminars and attend conferences, and you will be encouraged to submit your work for publication in refereed journals.

There is an international research community within the College of Arts which you can join and engage with. You can benefit from an interdisciplinary ethos and expertise across the Schools of History and Heritage, Fine & Performing Arts, Film & Media and Architecture & Design.

Research areas currently include social design, contemporary fine art practice, live art, materials-led design and design research through practice.


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Our FacilitiesAt Lincoln, we are constantly investing in our campus as we strive to provide the best learning environment for our students. The Lincoln School of Fine & Performing Arts offers specialist facilities for students on performing arts, music, fashion and fine art courses.

The Lincoln Performing Arts Centre is a £6 million purpose-built arts centre which runs its own unique programme of public arts events throughout the year, ranging from professional touring theatre and dance companies to weekly free live jazz in its bar and café. Facilities include a 450-seat theatre, large studio spaces for performance and rehearsal, dressing rooms and a full workshop for the building of sets and props. Please visit www.lpac.co.uk to find out more and view upcoming events.

Acts who have appeared at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre include Alan Carr, Alfie Deynes, Andy Parsons, Chris Ramsey, Dillie Keane, Dylan Moran, the John Godber Company, John Lill, Lee Evans, London Classic Theatre, National Theatre Wales, OperaUpClose, Paines Plough, Shappi Khorsandi and Vienna Festival Ballet.

The Art, Architecture and Design Building provides dedicated studio space and access to cutting-edge equipment for arts students. Technical staff are on hand to offer support or instruction on using specialist equipment.

Fashion students can benefit from pattern cutting rooms, industrial lockstitch sewing machines, a computerised embroidery machine, digital fabric printer, knit studio with domestic knit machines and specialist Dubied machines, a millinery studio with specialised hat blocks and equipment, design studios and a computer suite.

For Fine Art students, there are facilities to work with wood, metal, plaster, plastics, resin, equipment for acrylic resist etching, digital imagery and screen printing, as well as photography, video and animation facilities.

ProjectSpacePlus is the University’s open space for exhibition, creative inquiry, experimentation and contemporary thinking. It hosts a mix of exhibitions, projects and events to test out research or new work with a public audience, and to display students’ degree show exhibitions.

The award-winning* Great Central Warehouse Library is home to specialist electronic and print books, journals and resources. A dedicated Academic Subject Librarian can help you to locate materials for your studies.

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Practice is at the heart of our courses. Performing Arts students have the opportunity to work in a professional theatre throughout their time here and we offer a range of opportunities for students to develop in their field. Our integrated approach to theory and practice aims to prepare students for careers in the creative industries, as well as further study at postgraduate level through practice-based MAs and PhDs.

The Lincoln Dance CollectiveThe Lincoln Dance Collective was established to bridge the gap between the practice and theory elements of the BA (Hons) Dance degree. The Collective offers students the opportunity to experience what it would be like to be part of a professional touring dance company.

As a member of the Collective, students have the opportunity to rehearse and create pieces of repertoire with external professional choreographers. Students audition to be part of the Collective and, following a weekly rehearsal period, the Collective tours in the Spring of each year.

Alongside touring, members learn to deliver educational workshops in a range of further education, secondary and primary school settings.

Additional costs may apply for those who choose to take part in trips run by The Lincoln Dance Collective. This is an extracurricular activity and, as such, attendance on these trips will not impact upon your final award on the BA (Hons) Dance programme.

Live Music Events The School is passionate about offering performance opportunities and support for emerging artists.

Students can showcase their talents at one of the regular free live music events held in the Zing Café at Lincoln Performing Arts Centre. The Acoustic Lounge sessions offer a relaxing and supportive environment for upcoming musicians to perform in. Waves is a new music night which focuses on electronic music covering a range of styles from ambient to dubstep. Our Music students also organise their own events and recently formed a folk band for their event Hand Me Down.

The Lincoln Company Students have the opportunity to join our semi-professional theatre group, The Lincoln Company, which performs annually at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and sometimes tours across the UK and overseas.

Ticket AllocationWe encourage students to see as much theatre performance as possible and we have a student ticket allocation at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre. Please see our website for more information.


The number of productions staged throughout the year is incredible. These extracurricular options enabled me to learn many skills in regard to performance genres and directing. You also get to know people and make connections that benefit your degree and university experience.The Lincoln Company takes a selection of shows to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe ranging from musicals and new theatre to classics. I was also involved with tours around local venues with a variety of shows.Since finishing University, I have had my first paid Assistant Director job at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre with the Christmas Show, Peter Pan, and have directed the Lincoln Company’s new production of Sondheim’s Company that went to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year.My advice to new students would be to never miss an opportunity! If an audition is posted, go for it. Throughout my degree I was offered several opportunities just by asking fellow students and lecturers if they needed any assistance on projects. The skills and experience you gain from this is so valuable.

Stacie Cavell, BA (Hons) Drama

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A Global Study Experience Top West End Designer Shares Industry Insight with Lincoln Fashion StudentsAn award-winning set, costume and prop designer whose work has appeared in hit West End and Broadway productions of Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon shares his industry insights with fashion students at the University of Lincoln.

Matt Kinley is an industry mentor for undergraduates on the BA (Hons) Fashion programme, where he is involved in a new Professional Profile module focused on building an exciting and effective platform through which students can promote their work externally.

Fashion student Kerri Plumtree was part of a group of students who met with Matt Kinley in his studio in London. She says: “It was a personal highlight for me to have lunch with Matt Kinley. Following our meeting he visited Lincoln to share his expertise with students before our graduate show and he is now an industry mentor on the course. This is a great example of how students are involved in making decisions about their learning at Lincoln.”

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As part of BA (Hons) Drama at the University of Lincoln, students may apply to participate in our Study Abroad scheme during their second year. We currently have reciprocal exchange agreements with the University of Ottawa in Canada and Drury University in Missouri, USA, as well as at a number of European universities within the ERASMUS scheme.

“I heard about the Jesus Christ Superstar performance through friends who posted about it on social media. I went along to a taster session and loved it so decided to stay for the whole production.

“I was an apostle in the show which meant that I spent the majority of my time with the main cast. A lot of the people who auditioned were much older than me so it was a wonderful surprise to be cast.

“I had never done a 12-show run so that was a new experience for me; it was exhausting but exhilarating too. We rehearsed for a year when normally I rehearse shows for four months, so everything was precise come show time.

“The show had a cast of about 200 people which was a great opportunity to

meet members of the community. With a 200-person strong cast we became a community all of our own!

“I’d say my favourite thing about the show was the fact that we were able to perform such a famous story that means so much to people in such an incredible location.

“With a place at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, I am aiming to pursue musical theatre as a career. Along with my experience at the University of Lincoln, being in such a large-scale production reaffirmed that this is what I would like to do. All in all it was an incredible experience that I’m so glad I was a part of!”

Charlotte Fage, BA (Hons) Drama

Thousands Watch Musical Performance at Lincoln Cathedral

I chose BA (Hons) Fashion at Lincoln because of the industry-experienced tutors and the options available, such as millinery.

The course is highly creative with no limits on where you can take your designs and concepts – it has inspired me.

During my studies, I have had opportunities to enter competitions and have completed some work with Toni & Guy. I also took on the role of Creative Director at a production of Jesus Christ Superstar at Lincoln Cathedral, with responsibility for creating more than 200 costumes.

I’ll be continuing my studies to postgraduate level at the University of Lincoln. I’m excited by the opportunity to work on more live projects and carry out research in the field of fashion and costume design.

Steve Nash, BA (Hons) Fashion

The Drama Study Abroad scheme has enabled me to enjoy the benefits of combining travel and study.

When I arrived, it was a bit of a culture shock – particularly the change in climate – as the snow was knee-deep! For this reason, I would recommend going a day or two before lessons start to give yourself time to settle in and sightsee.

I think my favourite module during my time in Ottawa was ‘Selective Topic’. It’s a very interactive module that changes according to the expertise and passion of the lecturer who is teaching it that semester. This enthusiasm and uniqueness creates a great atmosphere in which to learn.

I soon settled in and everyone was really friendly. My favourite weekend was when all of my friends and I decided to do all the tourist things in the city. I also got to see some great theatre whilst I was out there. There was an amazing physical theatre/dance piece at the National Arts Centre.

The Study Abroad experience taught me to have more confidence to take opportunities. You have a short time in Canada, but you forge such strong friendships with those you meet. It’s really interesting to see how the other side of the world learns about drama and theatre.

Scarlett Rowley, BA (Hons) Drama (Pictured above on right)

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‘‘My semester abroad was amazing and full of incredible memories and experiences. I got to take part in some great performances as well as visit places like Montreal and Mont Tremblant.

My time in Ottawa has certainly been one of the greatest experiences I’ve had and I got to share it with other students from all over the world.

I’ve become a lot more confident and focused about what I want to pursue after my degree, as well as being able to experience theatre and performances I’d never known about.

I’d absolutely recommend studying abroad. This exchange has been the opportunity of a lifetime for me.

Sam Coggin, BA (Hons) Drama(Pictured above in centre)

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Matt Kinley hosting a workshop for students.


Learn from ExpertsTeaching in the Lincoln School of Fine & Performing Arts draws on the professional practice and expertise of our staff. This helps to ensure that teaching is informed by industry developments and the needs of employers, as well as opening up opportunities for students to engage with practitioners.

Great Mind Shares Expertise Art critic, journalist and TV presenter Andrew Graham-Dixon visited the University to share his experience and inspire the next generation of art lovers to follow their passion.

Andrew, who has presented landmark programmes on art for the BBC, including the acclaimed A History of British Art, Renaissance, and Art of Eternity, as well as a host of documentaries on art and artists, visited as part of the University of Lincoln’s Great Minds guest lecture series.

Andrew is also an acclaimed author, having penned books on subjects ranging from medieval painting and sculpture to the art of the present, and previously published a weekly column on art in both the Independent and the Sunday Telegraph. He has judged the Turner Prize, the BP National Portrait Prize and the Annual British Animation Awards.

Victoria Bellandini Senior Lecturer in Fashion

Victoria has enjoyed a varied career spanning fashion, costume, styling and illustration. She has worked as fashion Illustrator for designer John Richmond; in costume design for the BBC, commercial television and film industries; and in Italy where she created race wear

for Ferrari and Formula 3 teams.

On her return to the UK, Victoria launched her own successful fashion consultancy, delivering bespoke style experiences through public lectures, workshops, private consultations and radio appearances. She still works actively in this field.

Victoria is Programme Leader for Lincoln’s innovative BA (Hons) Fashion degree, the collaborative and forward-thinking nature of which was recently the subject of an article on The Guardian online.

She says: “Our programme is currently unique among fashion courses in the UK: a degree combining fashion, costume and millinery. It sits proudly within the School of Fine & Performing Arts, not a school of design, and our fashion students work alongside actors, set designers, dancers and artists.

“At Lincoln, talent is noticed and nurtured over three carefully planned years of study. We encourage genuinely innovative ideas, experimentation, collaboration and wildly creative responses.

“Our emphasis is on the development of creative versatility and highly transferable making and thinking skills. These attributes are essential if we are to keep British fashion innovation alive and admired internationally.”

Kirsty Russell Lecturer in Dance

Before embarking on a career in Higher Education, Kirsty worked as a freelance dance artist teaching at a range of vocational dance schools alongside developing her own performance career. An interest and enthusiasm for experimenting with choreographic

practices encouraged Kirsty to embark on her own PhD study and begin her journey in teaching.

Kirsty specialises in dance technique, improvisation and contact improvisation. Her teaching and research are both practise based and informed by current professional practice. Kirsty is committed to developing and enhancing high-quality dance practice within Higher Education.

She says: “Over the last couple of years both students and staff have worked particularly hard to develop the profile of dance at the University of Lincoln. The extracurricular performance company, The Lincoln Dance Collective, provides students with the opportunity to work with industry professionals and experience professional practice through touring.

“Our fantastic theatre gives students the opportunity to watch professional performances on their doorstep, while the locality of dance organisations such as ArtsNK and Dance4 allows students to directly integrate themselves into the professional dance network. This and the modules available on the course enable students to develop skills and knowledge in a range of areas enhancing employability and their range of transferable skills.”


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Inspiring the Next Generation of Artists Drama academics Dr Andrew (Wes) Westerside and Michael Pinchbeck are at the forefront of contemporary performance practice.

Wes has experience in developing internationally renowned multimedia performances with his company Proto-type Theater. Their most recent production, A Machine They’re Secretly Building, has won international praise with critics calling their work ‘an intriguing brush with altered reality’ New York Times, ‘daring, experimental and theatrically engaging’ Theatremania and ‘enthralling’ Zambezi News.

Michael was awarded funding by the British Council to direct the critically-acclaimed Bolero (pictured), which toured Bosnia & Herzegovina and Kosovo. The original cast included Lincoln graduates. Critical responses to Michael’s work include: ‘A compelling and intellectual piece’ (The End) – The Scotsman and ‘Genuinely gripping’ (The Man who Flew into Space from his Apartment) – A Younger Theatre.

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The College of Arts’ Degree Shows showcase unique creations by the next generation of artists, designers, performers and media creatives, attracting large and varied audiences – from family and friends, to art aficionados and employers in the creative industries.

A highlight of Lincoln’s artistic and cultural calendar, the University’s Degree Shows include work from hundreds of students across the Schools of Architecture & Design, Film & Media, Fine & Performing Arts and History and Heritage.

Degree ShowsEach year, a series of spectacular exhibitions takes place across the campus and the city in a celebration of the original, innovative and inspiring work of final year students.

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Many University of Lincoln graduates go on to successful careers around the world. Nine out of ten of our most recent graduates were in work or further study within six months of finishing their course, with two-thirds in graduate-level roles, according to the most recent Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey.

Careers and Employability Guidance At Lincoln, our dedicated team of employment professionals can help you to develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and experience to get the best start in your chosen career.

The School of Fine & Performing Arts has a dedicated Careers & Employability Adviser who runs a drop-in clinic providing personal guidance appointments, including advice and support on developing your CV, applying for jobs and obtaining paid and voluntary work experience while you study. Additionally, students have the opportunity to complete the Lincoln Award, which enables you to develop transferable skills in addition to those learnt on your course, and to showcase your achievements to prospective employers.

Support from the University does not end when you finish your studies. As a graduate of the University of Lincoln, you can continue to access careers support and other tailored services for graduates for up to three years.

Meet Our Alumni Charlotte Hartley BA (Hons) Fashion, Class of 2015

“When I was researching universities, BA (Hons) Fashion at Lincoln caught my eye for several reasons. The creative freedom available was appealing and there’s also a great community feel between students on all levels of the course.

“I really enjoyed the elements of fashion illustration and I was able to see my skills develop from year one to year three. The skills I gained in hand drawing and using CAD helped me to create my portfolio and are highly valued in the industry, as I learnt on my placements.

“We benefited from guest speakers from industry who were able to give an insight into different aspects of the fashion business to motivate and inspire us.

“The lecturers were very supportive. You could always approach them with an idea and they would advise how to achieve a design. This course helps you to find your own path and discover your strengths.”

Tamsyn Webley BA (Hons) Drama, Class of 2015

“I was attracted to Drama at the University of Lincoln because of the diversity of the degree. I could study directing, writing, technical theatre and teaching within three years, opening up a variety of jobs to me when I finished the course.

“The transferable skills and arts industry knowledge that I gained have benefited me in my career so far. The presentation, writing and performance skills I developed help in my work with young people in my current role as a Project Worker for Lincolnshire One Venues Young People’s Programme.

“If you are thinking about applying to the University of Lincoln to study Drama, I would advise you make the most of the variety of modules on offer. Try something new and different that will challenge you. There is no better time to experiment with a variety of styles of theatre and roles (performance and production) than in the safe and supportive environment of the University of Lincoln.”


Find Out More

There are many ways for you to engage with the University of Lincoln and the School of Fine & Performing Arts. Whether you want to visit us and take a look around, find out more online or join our social media community, we are here to help.

Call us on +44 (0)1522 886644, email [email protected] or read on to find out ways to get in touch.

Open Days The University holds Open Days throughout the year, which offer a great opportunity for you and your family to explore the campus, speak to lecturers and find out more about student life at Lincoln. To find out more and to book your place, please visit www.lincoln.ac.uk/opendays

Postgraduate Visits and MasterclassesAt a postgraduate masterclass, there are opportunities to take part in a lecture or workshop, as well as to meet our academics and other prospective students.

Social MediaTo keep up-to-date with the latest news and information from the University, join our online communities. See opposite for our handles, names and addresses.

International StudentsThe University of Lincoln aims to provide a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere for international students who are looking to study in the UK. Please visit www.lincoln.ac.uk/international for more information.

We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision when you are considering which courses and Higher Education providers to apply to.

We encourage you to visit our website for the most comprehensive information, as well as looking at our prospectus and course brochures, and visiting us at an Open Day.

The course listings on our website provide detailed information including a full list of core and optional modules, details on fees, and information on any additional costs that you might incur on a particular degree, as well as accommodation costs. Information about the way you will be assessed on your course, where you will study, the staff involved in your teaching, entry requirements and application details can also be found on our website.

For full admissions terms and conditions, please visit: www.lincoln.ac.uk/terms

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Open Days

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