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About the course
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre) is an intensive, studio-based program designed to develop industry-ready performers. You’ll train daily with working artists and benefit from masterclasses with guest teachers, supported through a highly personalised approach. The course focuses on the core disciplines of singing, acting and dancing, plus integrated performance practice, with breadth subjects to explore wider university study in a Bachelor-level performing arts degree. The programme develops design, animation, visual storytelling, and digital media production for creative industries.
What you might learn
Students develop the technical skills and knowledge required for professional music theatre performance across acting, singing and dance. The course builds artistic and technical capacity while supporting individual expression, with a strong emphasis on applying style, character and performance craft to text, music and choreography. Students also learn collaborative creative processes that lead to professional performance outcomes and industry connections.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue work as music theatre performers and creators of new music theatre work, as well as roles drawing on strong singing, acting and dance skills. The program supports pathways into professional productions, helping you develop networks and practical experience relevant to the performing arts sector. Careers may include performer, ensemble member, actor-singer, dancer-singer, or emerging theatre-maker, grounded in a Bachelor-level music theatre education. Preparing graduates for graphic design, multimedia production, advertising, and creative studio roles.
Entry requirements
Range of criteria used for selection. English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0).
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
