NCCA

FEDEC member since 1998

The National Centre for Circus Arts involves thousands of people in the creation and performance of circus arts each year, offering world-leading artistic and technical development for circus artists.

At the heart of its programme is three years of full-time study in circus, leading to a BA (Hons) in Circus Arts qualification. Its degree course is validated by the University of Kent.

With two large training halls and a range of smaller studios, including acrobatic, aerial, sound and lighting equipment, plus a library, the National Centre for Circus Arts is very well resourced.

It runs a range of other programmes, including professional support for performers and progressive youth circus training.

Training offered

• BA (Hons) Degree in Circus Arts (Level 6*): 3 years (more info)

*Level descriptors as per the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework

Admission

• Applicants must be 18 or over on entry.
• Applicants will be able to demonstrate their intent to pursue professional employment in circus arts.
• Applicants will be required to demonstrate a proficiency in both written and verbal English language.  This would normally be GCSE English or equivalent International English Language Testing System. Overseas students may be required to take a Secure English Language Test (SELT) and achieve a result of at least ‘B2 Level’ prior to entry, in order to meet VISA requirements.
• Applicants must fulfil parts 1 and 2 of the admissions process. If the applicant is from outside the UK or they are unable to attend an audition day they may request to submit a full video audition (instead of attending part 2).
• There are further entry requirements for any candidate applying for direct entry to year 2 of the BA (Hons) course. Please check our BA course page for more information.

Disciplines

• Single Point Trapeze
• Doubles Trapeze
• Hoop
• Rope
• Silks
• Straps
• Multi cord (Basic level of rope and silks required)
• Net/Loop (Basic level of rope and silks required)
• Aerial Pole (Basic level of Chinese pole required)

Acrobatic disciplines

• Hand to Hand
• Chinese Pole
• Acro Dance
• Hand Balancing
• Banquine

Juggling and Manipulation

• Ball, Club & Ring Juggling
• Hula Hoop
• Hats, cigar boxes, ball spinning and “Gentleman juggling”

Big Space*

• CYR Wheel
• Teeter Board

* Invite Only – due to varying factors students will only be assessed in these disciplines by invitation only during the specialisation process.

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Founded in 1989

Management

• CEO: Dan Cowdrill
• Director of Learning and Engagement: Glen Stewart
• Head of Higher Education Delivery: Adrian Porter

School year

From September to July.

Teaching language

English (standard)

Location

National Centre for Circus Arts
Coronet Street,
London, N1 6HD
United Kingdom