Central Queensland University
Bachelor of Theatre
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Theatre at CQUniversity has a carefully designed and performance-integrated structure that will enrich your learning experience. Choose to major in Drama, Music Theatre or Technical Theatre to suit your area of interest and career goals.
Within a creative and supportive environment of performance-based training, you will have the opportunity to work in a number of full-scale productions in technical and creative roles.
On completion, you will be a highly skilled and motivated creative performer who is ready for the workplace. You will develop a wide range of skills, all of which will be contextualised by studies in dramatic literature, theatre history and drama theory.
To gain entry to this course you will be required to audition.
Delivery mode
Central Queensland University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 90-92 Sydney Street, Mackay
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Audition and interview. Please follow the audition requirements for this course as outlined on the CQUniversity website for this course.
You are encouraged to study performing arts units during your senior school years. Private tuition in performing arts is also encouraged. These performing arts studies may include music, singing, drama, dance (ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary ballet) and technical theatre. However, it is not essential that you have formally studied all of these performing arts areas before auditioning for this course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Theatre will prepare you for the following roles.
Actor
An Actor performs a character role in a film, on television or in a live theatre or musical production. You’ll usually act in a role using a script...
Theatre Performer
A Theatre Performer works in a role in theatre or musical productions to entertain an audience. You’ll perform an individual character role or migh...
Theatre Director
A Theatre Director oversees the creative vision of a theatre production, guiding actors, designers, and crew to bring the script to life. You might...
Theatre Technician
A Theatre Technician is responsible for the technical support and operation of various theatre systems, including audio-visual equipment, lighting,...
Costume Designer
A Costume Designer creates clothing and accessories for performances in film, theatre, or television. You may work closely with directors and produ...
Set Designer
A Set Designer is a creative professional responsible for conceptualising and creating the physical environment in which film, television, theatre,...
Stage Manager
A Stage Manager is a vital role within the performing arts, primarily responsible for coordinating and overseeing the entire production process, en...
About Central Queensland University
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