| Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
| Location | Mackay |
| Next start term | Term 2, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus |
| Course code | CG72 |
| First-year fee | $10,788 (Indicative) (CSP) |
Overview
The 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.
During your education and training, you will develop advanced skills in problem-solving and creative, self-regulated and critical thinking, as well as enhance your singing and voice, acting, dance and movement skills. In addition, you will explore imagination and performance techniques and styles and cover production-related areas, such as lighting, sound and stage management.
To gain entry to this course you will be required to audition.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Real-world Learning Facilities
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Bachelor of Theatre will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in roles such as an:
- actor
- musical theatre performer
- performer
- director
- designer
- theatre technician
- theatre manager.
This course also provides excellent pathways for careers in education, creative industries and arts administration.
Structure & Availability
Term 1, 2025, Course Structure
This course has a refreshed course structure commencing in Term 1, 2025. You are required to complete 24 units, including eight core units, one eight-unit major, and two four-unit minors.
Majors available:
- Drama
- Music Theatre
- Technical Theatre
Minors available:
- Drama Performance Extension
- Liberal Arts
- Music Theatre Voice Extension
- Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood)
- Pathway to Teaching (Primary)
- Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)
- Principal Performance Extension
- Technical Theatre Extension A
- Technical Theatre Extension B
- Theatre Performance Extension
Term 2, 2024, Course Structure
If you're interested in applying to start your studies in Term 2, 2024, the course structure consists of a total of 24 units. These include four core units, 16 specialisation units and four units from your chosen minor.
If you commence in Term 2, 2024, our course advisors will work with you to make sure you're on an up-to-date study plan.
Unit Information
For information on the units you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit Transfer Information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Mackay |
| Term 2, 2024 | Mackay |
| Term 1, 2025 | Mackay |
| Term 2, 2025 | Mackay |
Majors
Drama
Completing a Drama major will provide you with extensive studies and training in the craft of acting and allow you to acquire skills in voice and movement. If you're studying the Drama major, you'll need to complete the Principal Performance Extension minor, and one of the following minors:
- Drama Performance Extension
- Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood)
- Pathway to Teaching (Primary)
- Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)
Music Theatre
The Music Theatre major has a strong practical focus and offers you intensive technical training in singing, dancing and acting, which will equip you as a professionally acknowledged 'triple threat' performer. If you're studying this major, you'll need to complete one of the following combinations of two minors:
- Music Theatre Voice Extension, and Theatre Performance Extension
- Music Theatre Voice Extension, and Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)
- Principal Performance Extension, and Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)
Technical Theatre
A major in Technical Theatre may be suitable if you are keen to work in the creative and performing arts within a production capacity. You will develop skills in stagecraft, stage and production management, lighting, sound and technical direction. If you're studying this major, you'll need to complete one of the following combinations of two minors:
- Technical Theatre Extension A, and Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)
- Technical Theatre Extension B, and Theatre Performance Extension
Minors
Drama Performance Extension
In this minor you'll develop your technical, creative and performance skills within the context of the presentation of a publicly performed theatrical work. You'll investigate the plays and performance practices of Ben Jonson, Christopher (Kit) Marlowe and William Shakespeare and will study the development and structure of realism as a theatrical style from the late nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century.
Liberal Arts
The Liberal Arts minor is available to gain credit for studies you may have completed in another course. Approval from the Head of Course is required to access this major.
Music Theatre Voice Extension
The Music Theatre Voice extension minor allows you to build your skills in music theatre voice, music theory, keyboard and musicianship. This includes capstone units in Music Theatre Voice that will allow you to extend your skills and knowledge towards a professional level. The minor also includes two units that will challenge you to analyse the role of theatre in the 21st century through an exploration of key 20th-century theatrical styles and movements.
Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood); Pathway to Teaching (Primary); Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)
If you're considering becoming a teacher, choose from our Pathway to Teaching majors in Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary Teaching. These majors are designed to fast-track you to our Master of Teaching, where you can apply for four units of credit. Selection of the Pathway to Teaching minor does not guarantee entry into the Master of Teaching course, and completion of the Bachelor of Theatre alone will not allow you to meet the eligibility requirements for teacher registration.
Principal Performance Extension
The Principal Performance extension minor allows you to build your skills in several key areas related to your specialisation. This includes capstone units in Principal Performance Studios that will allow you to extend your skills and knowledge. The minor also includes two units that will challenge you to analyse the role of theatre in the 21st century through an exploration of key 20th-century theatrical styles and movements.
Technical Theatre Extension A
The Technical Theatre Extension A minor allows you to build your skills toward a professional level in key areas related to your specialisation through active participation in on-stage theatrical productions. The minor also includes two units that will challenge you to analyse the role of theatre in the 21st century through an exploration of key 20th-century theatrical styles and movements.
Technical Theatre Extension B
The Technical Theatre Extension B minor allows you to build your skills toward a professional level in key areas related to your specialisation through active participation in theatrical projects and work-integrated learning. The minor also includes two units that will challenge you to analyse the role of theatre in the 21st century through an exploration of key 20th-century theatrical styles and movements.
Theatre Performance Extension
The Performance extension minor allows you to build your skills in several key areas related to your specialisation, including on-stage performances of theatrical works. This includes capstone units in Principal Performance Studios and Production that will allow you to extend your skills and knowledge towards a professional level.
This course has no residential schools.
Production 1 - THTR11102
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Production 2 - THTR11103
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Production 3 - THTR12104
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Production 4 - THTR12105
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Production 5 - THTR13106
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Production 6 - THTR28003
Students enrolled in this unit are involved in the production of a staged theatre performance on campus, in a range of theatrical styles. Students work with industry mentors and staff in a simulated theatre company environment. Technical and performance skills and knowledge are embedded in the learning and teaching elements of this unit. Students also have the option to be involved in a social innovation theatre project as part of the learning in this unit. The project is typically completed in an intensive teaching period, and students are expected to show increasing levels of technical, artistic and creative competence through this series of units.
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Student and Course Profiles
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2024 via our Institute Profile.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
How to apply
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Extra admission information
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