What Is Performing Arts?
Performing Arts is a form of art in which artists use their voices and bodies to portray their artistic expression in front of an audience. The different types of performing arts include music, dance, theatre, musical theatre and opera.
If you desire to perform on stage, receive standing ovation from the audiences and fulfill your dream to express your artistic sides, then you are at the perfect place as we have a few universities recommendations where you can develop and grow your skills.
FUN FACT: If you study music in Australia and have the musician skills, you may gain extra points and it can boost up your opportunity to migrate to Australia.
List of prospective jobs when you study performing arts in Australia:
- Musician
- Theater Director
- Arts Administrator
- Broadcasting Presenter
- Performing Arts Teacher
- Screenwriter
- Theater Stage Manager
- Comedian
- Dancer
- Choreographer
Hugh Jackman
Luke Hemsworth
Mel Gibson
Which are the top universities in Australia to study Performing Arts?
- Federation University
- University of Tasmania (UTAS)
- Deakin University
- Griffith University
- Edith Cowan University
- La Trobe University
- National Institute of Dramatic Art
Federation University
Ranked number 1 for student support and overall employment, this university is renowned as one of Australia’s leading destinations for performing arts studies. It also features flexible performance spaces and 150-seat theatre at their historic Camp Street campus.
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Performing Arts | AUD$ 27,300 | February |
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
UTAS is located on a beautiful island called Tasmania. Performing arts students will participate in a popular festivals like The Unconformity, Ten Days on The Island or the Junction Arts Festival
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Arts | AUD$ 31, 950 | February & July |
Bachelor of Music | AUD$ 32,950 | February & July |
Deakin University
Deakin enables students to tailor their own distinct program of study. This is because of their commitment to both discipline and cross-disciplinary education,hence students have the opportunity to arrange their study.
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) | AUD$ 32,200 | March |
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) | AUD$ 32,200 | March |
Griffith University
Griffith is the only university in Queensland that ranked in the top 50 performing arts universities in the world. Students that enrol into music will have the opportunity to learn from award-winning music educator such as Dr Brydie-Leigh Bartleet (Australian University Teacher of the Year)
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Music | AUD$ 31,500 | February |
Bachelor of Musical Theatre | AUD$ 31,000 | February |
Bachelor of Acting | AUD$ 31,000 | February |
Edith Cowan University
This university is recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of its graduates, such as Hugh Jackman. The training for performing arts courses in Edith Cowan encompasses both on-stage and behind the scenes skills development, this will ensure students are fully equipped with theories and skills.
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Arts (Acting) | AUD$ 31,950 | February |
Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management) | AUD$ 31,300 | February |
Bachelor of Arts (Dance) | AUD$ 31,900 | February |
Bachelor of Arts (Music Theatre) | AUD$ 31,900 | February |
Bachelor of Music | AUD$ 31,950 | February |
Bachelor of Performing Arts | AUD$ 31,450 | February |
La Trobe University
Student Union in this university has their own platform which is Student Theatre & Film to showcase their talents. Students have the opportunity to perform and compose for stage and screen.
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) | AUD$ 32,800 | March |
National Institute of Dramatic Art
Ranked number 10 best drama schools by The Hollywood Reporter. Also attended by Luke Hemsworth and Mel Gibson, this prestigious school is one of the best places to pursue your performing arts study.
Program | Fees | Intakes |
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) | AUD$ 31,080 | September |
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre & Stage Management) | AUD$ 31,080 | September |
Apart from the normal entry requirements that need to be met, students need to go for an interview, audition or send portfolio or CDs to their university of their choice. But do not worry, we are here to help to pursue your dream.
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