Program Overview

Arts graduates are sought after by employers because arts degrees ensure you develop strong capabilities in analysis, creativity, research, critical thinking, intercultural awareness and communication – capabilities that are in demand by employers and essential for success in the 21st-century workplace. Arts graduates are recognised by employers for their advanced skills in problem-solving and their ability to make ethical judgements.

The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching.

Major: Performing Arts and Entertainment Industries
Studying theatre, dance, performance and music – whether a novice or an experienced artist – is ideal for those wishing to be creative practitioners in contemporary performance, or those seeking career opportunities in the performing arts and entertainment industry.

The Performing Arts and Entertainment Industries major offers a unique combination of creative, practice-based and professional approaches to the study of the performing arts, entertainment and creative industries. It involves theoretical and practice-based study across a wide suite of performing arts and entertainment industries, including theatre, dance, performance and music, and related disciplines such as film, television and gaming. The major will develop your knowledge of the creative processes, management, production and business practices of the performing arts and entertainment industries in live and online contexts.