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Explore your love of theatre by studying our Bachelor of Arts (Theatre Theory). This degree includes studies in the history of theatre and is repertoires. It also examines the role of theatre in observing, mirroring and altering its cultural context.
This degree is a great option if you want to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to be involved in professional theatre or an amateur group, or if perhaps you simply want to learn more about the history of theatre, its practice and its role in society.
Program structure
COMBINATION 1
Courses to be studiedUnits
Core courses4
plus 2 x 8-unit Majors16
plus 1 x 4-unit Minor4
or 4 x Electives
Total24
COMBINATION 2
Courses to be studiedUnits
Core courses4
plus 1 x 8-unit Major8
plus 1 x 12-unit interdisciplinary Major12
Total24
COMBINATION 3
Courses to be studiedUnits
Core courses4
plus 1 x 8-unit Major8
plus 3 x 4-unit Minors 12
or another grouping of Minors and Electives
Total24
Course codeCourse name
Core courses:
CMS1000Communication and Scholarship
EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives
HMT1000History of Western Ideas
HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights
Theatre Theory Major:
BCA3002Arts Business Practice
THE1001Theatre in Context 1: Sophocles to Shakespeare
THE1002Theatre in Context 2: Bourgeois to Broken
THE2002Community and Political Theatre
THE2005Australian Theatre1
THE2006Theatre Manifesto2
THE2007Renaissance Drama3
THE2008Modern Drama: Plays in-between4
Footnotes
1 Offered in even-numbered years (2014 etc). Alternates in odd-numbered years with THE2006.
2 Offered in odd-numbered years (2015 etc). Alternates in even-numbered years with THE2005.
3 Offered in odd-numbered years (2015 etc). Alternates in even-numbered years with THE2008.
4 Offered in even-numbered years (2014 etc). Alternates in odd-numbered years with THE2007.
Entry requirements
- Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent
- Interview/audition/folio requirements
Each applicant must bring the following to their interview:
- a passport-sized photo of themselves
- a school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieve
- folio of achievements and references.
English Language Requirements
Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
OP/Rank
The 2015 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64
International entry requirements
English Language Requirements
Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
Pre-requisites
Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.
- Interview/audition/folio requirements
Each applicant must bring the following to their interview:
- a passport-sized photo of themselves
- a school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieve
- folio of achievements and references.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.