Bachelor of Acting and Performance

Develop the practical skills and experience required to work in the performing arts as a stage and film actor, performing artist, performance maker, or arts facilitator.

You'll benefit from our extended community of practice which includes ongoing relationships with schools, industry and student alumni.

Drama and production major (Option 1 - Open Entry) The drama and production major will provide you the learning and experience to initiate and produce creative performances, projects and events.

Graduates will be able to engage as arts facilitators, educators, producers and project managers in creating, leading and facilitating projects for positive social change and real-world impact.

Graduates will work across a variety of media and collaborate with performance makers, educational institutions and organisations, using the arts to activate and empower communities.

The program is also suitable for emerging and established performing artists who want to continue exploring their independent practices, engaging in performance theory, professional practice and entrepreneurial skills.

A range of elective units is on offer to expand the student's skills base and knowledge including study in Music, Visual Arts, Gaming, Fashion and Digital Design.

Advanced acting major (Option 2 - Audition Required) The advanced acting major focuses on the craft and art of acting and performance.

The course offers:

lively, detailed and focused training in acting, voice and body skills;

regular performance opportunities (https://tafeqld.eventsair.com/acting/) to play to live audiences;

and intense development of the acting student's creative voice as an independent performance maker.

Plays, readings, online resources and academic materials are designed to inspire, challenge and motivate the training actor.

Students are expected to develop as actors and performers who think for themselves, respect their own ideas and ideals, and use theatre and film as a means to share their vision.

Students are encouraged to understand and explore their place as performers in a contemporary world.

Bachelor of Acting and Performance (72 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows

• 9700 - Creative Career - 3 cp, Level 3 9701 - Creative Life - 3 cp, Level 1 9702 - Creative Project 1 - 3 cp, Level 2 9703 - Creative Project 2 - 3 cp, Level 2 9704 - Creative Project 3 - 3 cp, Level 3 9705 - Creative Project 4 - 3 cp, Level 3 9706 - Introduction to Project Management - 3 cp, Level 1 9707 - Marketing and Innovation - 3 cp, Level 3

Restricted Choice - Must select 1 of the following

• Option 1 - Must pass 48 credit points as follows Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows Must pass 24 credit points from any other TAFE QLD units. Note:In choosing units students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course, and that some units may have pre-requisites. Required - 24 credit points as follows MJ0312 Major in Drama and Production (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 9708 - Critical Performance - 3 cp, Level 1 9709 - Musical Skills - 3 cp, Level 1 9710 - Performance Making - 3 cp, Level 2 9719 - Theatre History & Theory - 3 cp, Level 1 10432 - Introduction to Performance Skills - 6 cp, Level 1 10433 - Animateuring - Creative Project Facilitation - 3 cp, Level 3 10434 - Theatre Directing - 3 cp, Level 3
• Option 2 - Must pass 48 credit points as follows Note: Option 2 is restricted to approved applicants only. Open Electives - 12 credit points as follows Must pass 12 credit points from any other TAFE QLD units. Note:In choosing units students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course, and that some units may have pre-requisites. Required - 36 credit points as follows MJ0313 Major in Advanced Acting (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 9710 - Performance Making - 3 cp, Level 2 9711 - Performance Skills 1 - 3 cp, Level 1 9712 - Performance Skills 2 - 3 cp, Level 1 9713 - Performance Skills 3 - 3 cp, Level 2 9714 - Performance Skills 4 - 3 cp, Level 2 9715 - Performance Skills 5 - 3 cp, Level 3 9716 - Performance Skills 6 - 3 cp, Level 3 9717 - Production Theatre Skills - 3 cp, Level 1 MN0190 Minor in Acting (12 credit points) Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows 9708 - Critical Performance - 3 cp, Level 1 9709 - Musical Skills - 3 cp, Level 1 9718 - Screen and TV Studies - 3 cp, Level 2 9719 - Theatre History & Theory - 3 cp, Level 1

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Additional Admission Requirements

Additional to the normal admission requirements, students must also have a successful interview and portfolio. If you are not successful in the interview and portfolio you may still be eligible for entry into the course but will be restricted to the Major in Drama and Production. If you have completed a qualification from TAFE Queensland you may be eligible for direct entry into this course without an audition and portfolio.

Assumed Knowledge

Practical experience in the performing arts e.g. schooling, private or community training.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.