Overview

Performance and Theatre from University of Wollongong will equip you to become an independent and multi-skilled artist, while helping you to shape future directions in the field through its unique combination of practical training and exposure to the Australian and international performing arts sector.

Key facts

In your first year, you will study foundational acting and production. From second year, you will acquire specialised skills in performance and stagecraft and develop performance work in state-of-the-art theatres to present in a public context. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the professional practice standards needed to create and deliver high-quality work that will appeal to employers.

Alongside practical training, you will develop critical analytical expertise through the study of theatre and performance practices in a historical and contemporary context. You will also acquire research, written and oral communication skills that will enhance your employment options upon graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Performance Skills
Contemporary Australian Theatre and its Context
Contemporary Devising & Adaptation
Performance Skills: Stagecraft, Directing & Design
Contemporary Theatre and Text

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

Drama Music Performance View 39 other Bachelors in Drama in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS: 118533B

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35280 AUD / year

≈ 35280 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees.

Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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