This course is only available to Australian citizens or permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens
Overview
- Build a broad range of skills in applied theatre forms, physical theatre, directing, production activity and collaborative performance theory.
- Complete dual award in 4 years and qualify for registration as a secondary teacher in Queensland.
- Study theatre history and performance theory while developing skills in leadership and vocal technique.
- Choose minor studies to increase your options with a second teaching area.
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| QTAC course code | 429172 |
| QUT course code | KK34/ED38 |
| Attendance | Full time |
| Course duration | 4 years full time |
| Start month | February |
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Details
Career outcomes
Graduates of this dual award are qualified to teach drama in secondary schools, or may be employed as education officers with performing arts companies or youth art projects.
Professional recognition
The Graduate Diploma in Education meets the requirements for registration as a teacher in Queensland. It is recognised nationally and internationally; however, additional requirements may be needed for some locations.
Units
Your course
You will spend your first three years immersed in drama and then, once completed, proceed seamlessly into 12 months of specialised teacher training in your fourth year.
You will sample life as an educator prior to the fourth year with foundation units in education studies which include school-based field experience.
Diverse course options provide specialist training in another field. You may choose a minor in areas such as:
- creative writing
- dance studies
- entertainment
- film studies
- journalism
- music.
All course structures
Here are the rest of the study plans.
Entry requirements
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- English
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA).
Deferment
You can't defer your offer in this course. You must start in the semester you apply for.
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you receive an OP 1-5 or equivalent, you're guaranteed a place in this course.
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
Additional costs
There are compulsory purchases associated with this course that aren't covered by your tuition fees. See additional costs.
2012: CSP $2,824 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Find out if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan
Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
You may also be eligible for Centrelink payments
Apply
How to apply for Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama)/Graduate Diploma in Education (Senior Years)
You apply through QTAC for all our undergraduate courses.
Are you ready to submit your application?
You're ready if you've:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for - you can apply for up to 6
- Checked important dates
- Semester 1
20121 August 2011 -Applications for Semester 1, 2012 open
30 September 2011 -Due date for on-time QTAC applications for 2012. Further information is available from QTAC.
20 December 2011 -Due date to submit QTAC applications and documentation for the January offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.
5 January 2012 - Final date to change preferences for the QTAC January offer round. Further information is available from QTAC. - Semester 2
20121 August 2011 - Applications for Semester 2, 2012 open.23 April 2012 - Final date to submit QTAC midyear applications and documentation for the May offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.25 May 2012 -Final date to submit QTAC midyear applications, change of preference and documentation for the June offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.
- Checked you meet the entry requirements
- Checked your course costs and if you're eligible for financial support
All done? Then you're ready to apply
Important: Make a note of the QTAC code for this course (429172) because you'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.
After you've submitted your application to QTAC
If you've studied before or if you have at least two years' work experience, you may want to apply for credit for prior learning.
