Practical Selection Day
Why should I attend a Practical Selection Day?
Attending a Practical Selection Day is a key part of our selection process, as your course requires specific skills and abilities. It’s an excellent opportunity to showcase your talents and creativity while we assess your skill level, collaboration, and how you respond to direction. You’ll meet us in person, ask any questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the course. Plus, you’ll connect with current and prospective students, explore the campus, and tour our facilities and accommodation, giving you a feel for the community you’ll be joining.
Practical Selection Day schedule
The schedule may vary depending on the course, so please select your specific program to find the detailed timings and plan your day. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothing and footwear to ensure you feel at ease throughout the day.
What can you do to prepare?
We know many of you have already thought about what to include in your solo performance, and that’s great! Ask yourself whether your performance shows the full range of your skills and reflects your personality. Remember, we’re not looking for perfection, but for your potential. We’re eager to see your passion for the subject, so let your enthusiasm shine through!
To help you feel as prepared as possible, select your course below for more tips and advice. We're here to support you every step of the way!
How can we support you?
If you're unable to attend any of the available dates for the Practical Selection Day or cannot make in in-person, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Applicant Events Team at applicantevents@dmu.ac.uk. They’ll be happy to assist you with budget-friendly travel options to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ or, if needed, arrange a meeting via MS Teams (in this case, you will be asked to submit an audition video in advance).
We also aim to make all of our events fully accessible to everyone. If you have any specific requirements or need additional support, please don't hesitate to contact our Applicant Events Team, we’re here to ensure your experience is as smooth and comfortable as possible.
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Audition video advice
Make sure your work showcases your performance skills and potential. We understand that students come from various backgrounds, so we’re looking for work that demonstrates not only your performance skills but also your potential to grow and develop in your chosen subject area.
What we want to see:
- A two to five-minute video.
- Start with a short personal introduction—tell us about yourself, your performance skills, and your interest in the course.
- Share a brief insight into your understanding of the methods and styles of performance you've learned, showing your enthusiasm and experience.
- Research the specific features of your chosen course, as each focuses on contemporary practice.
- Include a performance piece that showcases your skills— for Acting please prepare two contrasting monologues - one from the 21st century and one from before the 21st century. For Dance please prepare a short solo performance, choreographed by you or with a teacher.
How can you prepare?
- Ensure the video represents you, showcasing your skills, creativity, and passion for your chosen subject.
- There’s no right or wrong way—just make sure it’s clear what you’re trying to communicate.
- Follow the advice specific to your course.
Format
- You should be clearly seen, but don’t worry about the filming location or editing skills—this won’t be judged.
- Submit your video in .mp4, .MOV, or .AVI format.
- Name your file using your name, student reference number, and course title.
- Compress or zip your file to ensure it’s under 1GB.
- Submit via .
Questions?
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Applicant Events Team applicantevents@dmu.ac.uk — we're here to help!