IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0
TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18
Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50
Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169
As a student studying the Performing Arts major, you will study drama and music through performance practice and applied theory. This degree is flexible and opens up a diverse range of career possibilities.
Your studies will focus on:
Body and voice for the stage
Naturalism and physical theatre
Solo, ensemble music and conducting
Music arrangement, recording and production
Text from page to stage
New media design and production
Theatre, musical theatre and cabaret production
Direction and performance for screen.
You will:
Discover an experiential and theoretical understanding of stage and music performance.
Develop your industry pathway as performer, musician, director, writer, designer or stage manager.
Contribute to the creative industries, through the creation of original material for a variety of art forms including contemporary drama and film, musical theatre and digital performance.
You will also graduate with writing, presentation, digital, communication, research and problem-solving skills that can be transferable across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers.
If you finish your degree with a credit or higher-Grade Point Average (GPA), you could also be eligible for the one-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree.
You could also continue your studies with a Master of Teaching with Drama as your learning area. If this interests you, please read How Do I Become a Teacher before selecting your courses.
If you would like to apply directly into the Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary) package option, please apply via SATAC using 444521.
If you apply to the Master of Teaching packaged degree option (444521), you will apply into the Bachelor of Arts and in your first year select your specialisation as Performing Arts.
CRICOS CODE : 081804D
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Truth, Lies and Being Human
Stage Performance
Major 2
Minor
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Intercultural Communication
Music Performance
Major 2
Minor
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Cabaret: Context and Practice
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Music Production
OR
State Theatre Master Class
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Live Performance Production
Major 2
Major 2
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
World Music Theatre
Digital Performance
OR
Television Performance
Major 2
Major 2
Majors, Sub-majors & Minors
French Studies
Italian Studies
Japanese Studies
Psychology
Creative Writing and Literature
Applied Linguistics
Sociology
Performing Arts
Social Media
Screen Studies
History and Global Politics
English Language
Cultural Studies
Law, Policy and Politics
Graduates of this degree are well-placed to secure highly sought-after positions in performance, management or production and the creative industries. Careers to consider:
Performance Maker: write, perform, produce, direct, design creative theatrical and musical work
Performance Manager: Production and Technical
Administrative and Stage Manager - manage all components of a theatre production to enable the professional delivery of a performance
You could also pursue a teaching career in drama when you continue your studies with a Master of Teaching (Secondary).
Further career pathways are available depending on your combination of majors.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
