Bachelor of Music Theatre and Acting
This exciting program is designed for the contemporary performer. A sustainable career in the performing arts requires a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to training. At our renowned Arts Academy we provide the skills to develop your practice through a comprehensive curriculum that includes classes in acting, singing, voice, movement, dance, creativity, theatre-making, aerobic fitness and mindfulness. We train you to maximise your versatility in the creative arts industry and prepare you for a range of career opportunities in music theatre, theatre, film, stage, screen, cabaret, opera, comedy, streaming platforms, multi-media and emerging creative industries. Each day is intensive and rigorous; though a combination of studio-based classes and public performances you will work alongside leading industry professionals: theatre directors, music theatre performers, screen actors, composers, musical directors, designers and choreographers, amplifying your strengths while expanding your actors tool-kit.
Course essentials
ATAR
If you receive an ATAR equal to or above the guaranteed ATAR, and meet the course prerequisites and any extra requirements, you're guaranteed a place.
A lowest adjusted ATAR shows the lowest selection rank (ATAR plus adjustments) offered a place last year. It's not a guaranteed entry score and changes annually.
Entry requirements
Credit
A full-time study load is 120 credits a year (usually four 15-credit units each semester). 120 credits equal one equivalent full-time student load (EFTSL). Each credit point equals about 10 hours of learning, so a 15-credit unit means roughly 150 hours.
Study mode
Study modes tell you how teaching and learning will be delivered for your course and include where and when classes can be scheduled, what you'll do and the tech you'll use.
Duration
Start dates
Locations
Course overview
This exciting program is designed for the contemporary performer. A sustainable career in the performing arts requires a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to training. At our renowned Arts Academy we provide the skills to develop your practice through a comprehensive curriculum that includes classes in acting singing voice movement dance creativity theatre-making aerobic fitness and mindfulness. We train you to maximise your versatility in the creative arts industry and prepare you for a range of career opportunities in music theatre film stage screen cabaret opera comedy streaming platforms multi-media and emerging creative industries. Each day is intensive and rigorous; through a combination of studio-based classes and public performances you will work alongside leading industry professionals: theatre directors music theatre performers screen actors composers musical directors designers and choreographers amplifying your strengths while expanding your actors tool-kit. Learn more about study at Federation University Arts Academy.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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Student support
The support we offer is second to none. Need academic help? No problem. Extra access or financial assistance? Let’s see what we can do. View our student services.
The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Arts Academy
Course co-ordinator
Kim Durban
Career paths
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
Commonwealth Supported Places are subsidised by the Australian Government. The tuition fee is called the student contribution amount. The indicative fee above is based on a typical first-year enrolment for this course and should be used as a guide only. For 0.5 EFTSL (60 credit point) courses the certificate fee is displayed. Your fee will depend on the units you chose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and any approved credit you receive.
How it's calculated
The government sets the fee each year. The amount depends on the discipline area and band of each unit. 2026 annual student contribution amounts for 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load) range from $4,738 (Band 1) to $17,399 (Band 4). The sample course structure below link to the EFTSL, Band and fee for each unit or you can use our unit search to find these details.
Other fees
You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Fee assistance
If you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, you can defer the payment of all or part of your student contribution fee. If you’re also eligible for a SA-HELP loan, you can defer your SSAF payment too. You won’t have to start paying either loan back until your income reaches the compulsory repayment threshold.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 1, 2027
1 March 2027
Locations
Camp St (on campus)
Information
- Our Mt Helen, SMB, Camp St and Gillies St campuses are located in Ballarat.
Contact hours
You’d be looking at about 25-30 hours per week (if you’re full time), but this includes on-campus classes and self-directed study (i.e. homework).
Sample course structure
Here’s what the course structure could look like. It’s just an example (so don’t use it for enrolment). Interested in the details? You can find current course structure or select a single unit name below to find out what it’s about and how much it costs.
- Foundation Skills Acting Studio 115 credit pointsCPPSA1001
- Foundation Skills Dance Studio 115 credit pointsCPPSD1001
- Foundation Skills Voice Studio 115 credit pointsCPPSV1001
- Critical Studies In Theatre 115 credit pointsPAATC1001
- Foundation Skills Acting Studio 215 credit pointsCPPSA1002
- Foundation Skills Dance Studio 215 credit pointsCPPSD1002
- Foundation Skills Voice Studio 215 credit pointsCPPSV1002
- Critical Studies In Theatre 215 credit pointsPAATC1002
- Acting Project 115 credit pointsCPPRO2101
- Dance Studio 315 credit pointsCPPSD2003
- Voice Studio 315 credit pointsCPPSV2003
- Critical Studies In Theatre 315 credit pointsPAATC2003
- Acting Project 215 credit pointsCPPRO2102
- Dance Studio 415 credit pointsCPPSD2004
- Voice Studio 415 credit pointsCPPSV2004
- Critical Studies in Theatre 415 credit pointsPAATC2004
- Acting Project 3: Screen and Small Ensemble Projects15 credit pointsCPPRO3103
- Dance Studio 515 credit pointsCPPSD3005
- Voice Studio 515 credit pointsCPPSV3005
- Critical Studies 515 credit pointsPACAC3005
- Acting Project 4: Production and Showcase15 credit pointsCPPRO3104
- Dance Studio 615 credit pointsCPPSD3006
- Voice Studio 615 credit pointsCPPSV3006
- Critical Studies 615 credit pointsPACAC3006
Entry requirements
Entry requirements (year 12)
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English
Entry requirements (non year 12)
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements: Entry will be based on completing a successful audition and callback.
ATAR does not apply.
If you are a school leaver, please apply through VTAC.
If you are a non-school leaver, please complete a DIRECT application.
Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study
Compulsory: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program.
Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study
Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher
Admission criteria for applications with work and life experience
The applicants’ entire academic record and additional material as mentioned below will be considered by the Performing Arts Academic Staff as part of selection considerations.
Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies, must provide supporting evidence of prior vocational studies and/or relevant creative and/or workplace experience which will be used to ascertain suitability for admission, in addition to a successful audition. Evidence may include certifications, CV, letters from referees or a portfolio of performance work. In addition, applicants will be required to undertake and pass a literacy test.
Compulsory for all applicants
Supplementary form
Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition. The online form can be accessed from here. For timely applications, the supplementary application form must be completed and submitted by 28th September or 24th November for late applications
For applicants who live remotely, it is possible to audition via the video application process. Please read further information for Distance applicants here.
Audition
Compulsory: The selection process involves an audition. Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations.
Audition masterclass
Our audition preparation workshop is designed to give applicants the skills to be audition-ready. While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give them the opportunity to practice material in a supportive setting. Read more about the audition masterclass.
Please note that this is not an essential requirement for admission, however it may assist in preparation for the audition.
English language requirements
Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall with no bands less than 6.0
How you apply will depend on your current situation – school leaver, tertiary background or life experience – and whether you’re also applying for courses at other institutions. Visit our how to apply page to find out more.
Ready to fill out your application? You might need these codes:
- VTAC application
- Yes
- VTAC code
- 3700211891 - Camp St (on campus)
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- MT5
This program is eligible for entry via the Foundation Access Studies (FAST) program. FAST is designed to provide alternative entry to tertiary study at Federation University Australia. Please contact us for further information.
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