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CG72 - Bachelor of Theatre

Overview

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Theatre is designed to provide specialist training in music theatre, drama and technical theatre at the purpose-built theatre facilities on the CQUniversity Mackay Ooralea campus. You will be involved in a comprehensive conservatoire style learning environment with expectations of high standards of performance and scholarship. A rigorous performance schedule in various University, community and professional settings, with mentoring from industry professionals, is one of the strengths of this course. Within each specialisation, you will study units that will provide you with the essential learning to set you up for a career in the performing arts as a performer or part of a wider creative team. On successful completion of this course, you will also be able to progress to postgraduate studies in teaching in the performing arts, depending on your chosen specialisation.

Career Information

The Bachelor of Theatre (Specialisation) is designed for students seeking a profession in the entertainment industry as an actor, musical theatre performer or as part of the theatre production team. The course includes opportunities to gain the professional skills necessary for a performing arts industry career as a performer, director, designer, theatre technician or theatre manager. The degree also provides excellent pathways for careers in education, creative industries and arts administration.

Course Details
Duration 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time
Credit Points that Must be Earned 144
Number of Units Required CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24).
Expected Hours of Study One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term.
Course Type Undergraduate Award
Qualification (post nominal) BTheatre
AQF Level Level 7: Bachelor Degree
Course Fees
Indicative Year - 2025
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $8,140
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $23,670
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $17,160
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $34,320
Indicative Year - 2024
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $10,788
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $22,281
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $16,320
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $32,640
Indicative Year - 2023
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,252
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $15,600
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $31,200
Indicative Year - 2022
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $8,016
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $31,200
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $15,600

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.

Domestic Availability

Term 2 - 2026

Mackay

Term 1 - 2026

Mackay

Term 2 - 2025

Mackay

Term 1 - 2025

Mackay

Term 2 - 2024

Mackay

Term 1 - 2024

Mackay

Term 2 - 2023

Mackay

Term 1 - 2023

The Music Theatre, Drama and Technical Theatre majors are available at this location.
Mackay

Term 2 - 2022

Mackay

Term 1 - 2022

Mackay

Term 2 - 2021

Mackay

Term 1 - 2021

Mackay

Term 2 - 2020

Mackay

Term 1 - 2020

Mackay

Term 2 - 2019

Mackay
Online

Term 1 - 2019

Mackay
Online

Term 2 - 2018

Distance
Mackay

Term 1 - 2018

Distance
Mackay

Term 2 - 2017

Distance
Mackay

Term 1 - 2017

Distance
Mackay

Term 2 - 2016

Distance
Mackay

Term 1 - 2016

Distance
Mackay

Term 2 - 2015

Distance
Mackay

Term 1 - 2015

Distance
Mackay

Term 2 - 2014

Mackay

Term 1 - 2014

Mackay
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International Availability

Term 2 - 2026

Mackay

Term 1 - 2026

Mackay

Term 2 - 2025

Mackay

Term 1 - 2025

Mackay

Term 2 - 2024

Mackay

Term 1 - 2024

Mackay

Term 2 - 2023

Mackay

Term 1 - 2023

The Music Theatre, Drama and Technical Theatre majors are available at this location.
Mackay

Term 2 - 2022

Mackay

Term 1 - 2022

Mackay

Term 2 - 2021

Mackay

Term 1 - 2021

Mackay

Term 2 - 2020

Mackay

Term 1 - 2020

Mackay

Term 2 - 2019

Mackay

Term 1 - 2019

Mackay

Term 2 - 2018

Mackay

Term 1 - 2018

Mackay

Term 2 - 2017

Mackay

Term 1 - 2017

Mackay

Term 2 - 2016

Mackay

Term 1 - 2016

Mackay

Term 2 - 2015

Mackay

Term 1 - 2015

Mackay

Term 2 - 2014

Mackay

Term 1 - 2014

Mackay
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Entry Scores
Entry scores are not available, please contact the Student Advice Team for more information.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this course, all applicants will be required to successfully complete an audition and interview.

Visit our Auditions webpage for more information about auditions, including the audition guidelines. 

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12 or equivalent), or
  • An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at lease 2 years full time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency. 

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or 
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate. 

If you are an International student please visit International students English requirements for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually. 

Assumed Knowledge

You are encouraged to study performing arts units during your senior school years. Private tuition in performing arts is also encouraged. These performing arts studies may include music, singing, drama, dance (ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary ballet) and technical theatre. However, it is not essential that you have formally studied all of these performing arts areas before auditioning for this course.

Security Requirements

Nil.

Health Requirements

You will need to meet the inherent requirements for this course.


Course Features

Awards and Accreditation

Interim Awards CL01 - Diploma of Theatre CM06 - Associate Degree of Theatre
Exit Awards CL01 - Diploma of Theatre CM06 - Associate Degree of Theatre
Accreditation
  • Core

    not applicable

Residential School Requirements

No Residential School for this course.

Practicum/Work Placement

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Previous and Current Enrolments

Year Number of Students
2024 17
2023 21
2022 25
2021 24
2020 32
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.

Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.

If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.

Ethical Behaviour

Examples are:

  • Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures, and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
  • Demonstrating respect for cultural diversity as well as individual differences and capacities in the creative and performing arts practice environment.
  • Demonstrating honesty and integrity in academic and performing arts contexts.
Behavioural Stability

Examples are:

  • Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive supervisor/lecturer feedback or criticism.
  • Interacting with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures in a calm and composed manner in difficult to deal with situations in the creative and performing arts practice environment.
  • Demonstrating appropriate behavioural stability through successfully distinguishing your own personal behaviours, experiences and emotions from others and situations in a professional or performance setting.
Legal Compliance

Examples are:

  • Complying with university and workplace policy around the use of social media, online discussion forums, email and other electronic forms of communication.
  • Complying with the relevant workplace policies and practices including relevant OHS legislative requirements pertaining to creative and performing arts practice in a music performance environment.
Communication Skills (Verbal, Non-verbal, Written and Technology)

Examples are:

  • Verbally communicating your creative and performing arts knowledge and skills with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness in a wide variety of contexts.
  • Actively participating in discussions and course activities with appropriate use and command of language to the context.
  • Using appropriate facial expressions: eye contact, being mindful of space, time boundaries, a range of body movements and gestures.
  • Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of others and responding appropriately during activities related to the course.
  • Competently and appropriately producing written assessment work in a logical, coherent manner, and with correct grammar and punctuation to the required academic standards.
  • If required, competently using written music notation as required to convey detailed information and knowledge relating to music theatre performance and practice.
  • Accessing a computer and having sufficient computer skills to engage in online learning, reading and responding as required to emails, and completing relevant assessments for the course.
  • Regularly accessing the Internet for research, and email for communication with peers and lecturers.
  • Using a variety of computer programs suitable to your course of study.
Cognitive Abilities (Knowledge and Cognitive Skills, Literacy and Numeracy)

Examples are:

  • Conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
  • Completing academic learning activities and assessment tasks, and performing professional skills within reasonable set time-frames.
  • Producing written text proficiently, in English, using appropriate vocabulary and conventions of speech, including being able to paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
  • Competently reading, writing and accurately interpreting information to convey language effectively in a professional setting.
  • Demonstrating competency in applying sufficient mathematics knowledge and numeracy skills to design various theatrical elements including scenery, sets, props and costumes.
  • Demonstrating effective use of sufficient mathematics knowledge and numeracy skills to design lighting and sound for theatrical environments.
Sensory Abilities (Visual, Auditory, Tactile)

Examples are:

  • Safely performing in a variety of theatrical contexts including on stage as a performer or off stage as part of the technical support team.
  • Working in a team-based performing arts environment where verbal and non-verbal communication is essential to realisation of a wide range of theatrical performances.
  • Sufficiently hearing verbal communication from other students and lecturers during activities related to the course.
Relational Skills
Examples are:
  • Communicating effectively and being respectful of other’s perspectives, dignity, culture, values, beliefs and rights.
  • Recognising that people are the experts in the experience of their life.
  • Participating in and/or leading collaborative practice in the performing arts.
  • Attending all classes and rehearsals as part of begin respectful and supportive of the collaborative nature of performing arts practice.
Reflective Skills
Examples are:
  • Reflecting on topics taught during the course.
  • Reflecting upon your own learning during the course.
  • Reflecting on personal situations that may be difficult and sensitive.
  • Identifying when an issue or circumstance arises that could affect your objectivity or judgement, and be able to take an appropriate course of actions.
  • Identifying when your own experiences may potentially negatively influence your objectivity or judgement.
Sustainable Performance

Examples are:

  • Actively participating in sustained and intensive rehearsals and performances involving creative and performing arts skills that may occur in time-frames outside normal working hours, including evenings and weekends. These creative and performing arts skills may include dancing, drama, singing and technical theatre skills.
  • Actively participating in intensive rehearsals and performances involving creative and performing arts skills with sustained levels of physical energy and concentration.
  • Performing with the required physical and mental energy and endurance in the learning activities of the course, as well as during set time-frames during intensive rehearsal and performance periods.
Strength and Mobility (Gross Motor Skills and Fine Motor Skills)

Examples are:

  • Using a variety of gross motor skills in various creative and performing arts performance activities that include dancing, drama, singing and technical skills associated with theatrical performance and activity.
  • Demonstrating and performing a variety of gross motor skills in various creative and performing arts performances that include dancing, drama, singing and technical theatre skills, consistently in a safe manner to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
  • Using a variety of fine motor skills in various creative and performing arts performance activities that include dancing, drama, singing and technical skills associated with theatrical performance and activity.
  • Demonstrating and performing a variety of fine motor skills in various creative and performing arts performances that include dancing, drama, singing and technical theatre skills, consistently in a safe manner to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
Interpersonal Engagement

Examples are:

  • Communicating effectively and being respectful of other’s perspectives, dignity, culture, values, beliefs and rights
  • Recognising that people are the experts in the experience of their life.
  • Participating in and/or leading collaborative practice in the performing arts.
  • Actively fostering a culture of safety and learning that includes engaging with others, to share knowledge and practice in the performing arts.
  • Participating in and/or leading collaborative practice in the performing arts.

 

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Abilities
  • Using computers and technology to actively participate in the course and to submit all required assessment materials.
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Drama Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques of a broad range of theatrical and literary styles
  • 2. Develop and evaluate theatrical, cultural, literary and artistic ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively, and through engaging with scholarship and research
  • 3. Apply relevant level skills and knowledge to produce and realise theatrical works, performances and other forms of written creative expression
  • 4. Interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments to do with theatre and the arts in modes suited to a range of audiences, informed by inquiry and scholarship
  • 5. Work independently and collaboratively in theatre in response to authentic project demands in a variety of roles, such as performer, dramaturge, producer, director, critic and manager
  • 6. Recognise and reflect on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to practice in theatre and the arts.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Music Theatre Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques of a broad range of musical and theatrical styles
  • 2. Develop and evaluate theatrical, cultural and artistic ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively, and through engaging with scholarship and research
  • 3. Apply relevant skills and knowledge to produce and realise theatrical works, performances and other forms of creative expression
  • 4. Interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments to do with theatre and the arts in modes suited to a range of audiences, informed by inquiry and scholarship
  • 5. Work independently and collaboratively in theatre in response to authentic project demands in a variety of roles, such as performer, choreographer, producer, director, critic and manager
  • 6. Recognise and reflect on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to practice in theatre.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Technical Theatre Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques of a broad range of theatrical styles
  • 2. Develop and evaluate theatrical, cultural and artistic ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively, and through engaging with scholarship and research
  • 3. Apply relevant skills and knowledge to produce and realise theatrical works, performances and other forms of creative expression
  • 4. Interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments to do with theatre and the arts in modes suited to a range of audiences, informed by inquiry and scholarship
  • 5. Work independently and collaboratively in theatre in response to authentic project demands in a variety of roles, such as producer, director, designer and manager
  • 6. Recognise and reflect on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to practice in theatre.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Drama Performance Extension Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Liberal Arts Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Music Theatre Voice Extension Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Pathway to Teaching (Primary) Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Principal Performance Extension Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Technical Theatre Extension A Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Technical Theatre Extension B Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Theatre Performance Extension Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Course Structure

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the core structure
  2. Complete 1 major
  3. Complete 2 minors
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

These core units provide you with the opportunity to be involved in fully staged theatrical productions, either as a performer or as part of the technical/creative team. You will be mentored by various industry professionals while you apply your skills in various types of theatrical performances and further your knowledge in theatre production. You will also study the fundamentals of theatre history, theatre styles and theatre conventions that underpin your practical studies through this core.

Year 1 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11102 Production 1
THTR11125 Theatre: Stage, Screen and Musicals
Year 1 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11103 Production 2
THTR11126 Origins of Theatre
Year 2 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12104 Production 3
THTR12124 Australian Theatre: Stage and Screen
Year 2 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12105 Production 4
THTR12125 Comedy and Theatre
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

To complete the Drama specialisation, you must complete the Principal Performance Extension minor, and one other minor from the following:

  • Drama Performance Extension
  • Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Primary)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)

 

Year 1 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11123 Principal Performance Studios 1
LITR11056 Introduction to Literature
Year 1 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11124 Principal Performance Studios 2
LITR11043 The Short Story
Year 2 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12121 Principal Performance Studios 3
LITR12028 Poetry and Poetics
Year 2 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12122 Principal Performance Studios 4
LITR12029 Shakespeare Today

Music Theatre Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

To complete the Music Theatre specialisation you must complete one of the following combinations of two minors:

  • Music Theatre Voice Extension + Theatre Performance Extension
  • Music Theatre Voice Extension + Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)
  • Principal Performance Extension + Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)

The Pathway to Teaching minors are:

  • Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Primary)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)

Year 1 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC11414 Music Theatre Voice 1
THTR11123 Principal Performance Studios 1
Year 1 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC11415 Music Theatre Voice 2
THTR11124 Principal Performance Studios 2
Year 2 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC12420 Music Theatre Voice 3
THTR12121 Principal Performance Studios 3
Year 2 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC12421 Music Theatre Voice 4
THTR12122 Principal Performance Studios 4

Technical Theatre Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

To complete the Technical Theatre specialisation you must complete one of the following combinations of two minors:

  • Technical Theatre Extension A + Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)
  • Technical Theatre Extension B + Theatre Performance Extension

The Pathway to Teaching minors are:

  • Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Primary)
  • Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)

Year 1 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11123 Principal Performance Studios 1
MMST11009 Digital Video and Audio
Year 1 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR11124 Principal Performance Studios 2
DGTL12015 Video Editing and Post-Production
Year 2 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12121 Principal Performance Studios 3
DGTL12013 Writing for the Screen
Year 2 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR12122 Principal Performance Studios 4
DGTL13008 Visual Storytelling

Drama Performance Extension Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR13106 Production 5
THTR13131 Elizabethan Drama: Jonson, Marlowe and Shakespeare
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR28003 Production 6
THTR28001 Theatrical Realism: Ibsen, Strindberg and Chekhov

Liberal Arts Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

It is possible to select the Liberal Arts minor if you want to transfer credit from another course to the Bachelor of Theatre, or to transfer credit for units studied as part of an international study experience, provided you meet the CQUniversity requirements and are approved for this transfer of credit. You will require the approval of the Head of Course to enrol in the Liberal Arts minor, as well as approval for the choice of units to be included in this minor. Please seek advice from the Course Advice Team in the first instance if you want to undertake the Liberal Arts minor.

Music Theatre Voice Extension Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

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 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.

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC13420 Music Theatre Voice 5
THTR13128 Theatre for Social Change: Brecht, Boal and Artaud
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MUSC28001 Music Theatre Voice 6
THTR28002 Post-modern Theatre

Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Theatre and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification and is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education. 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 does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Only one Pathway to Teaching minor can be selected.

Year 2 - Term 3
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDEC28002 Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education and Care Settings
Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDCU20036 Literacy: Learning to Read
EDCU20037 Numeracy Learning
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDEC28001 Responding to Difference: Children, Families and Communities

Pathway to Teaching (Primary) Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Theatre and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification and is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education. 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 does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Only one Pathway to Teaching minor can be selected.

Year 2 - Term 3
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDED20494 Indigenous Learners and Learning
Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDCU20036 Literacy: Learning to Read
EDCU20037 Numeracy Learning
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDED20493 Diversity and Inclusion

Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Theatre and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification and is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education. 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 does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Only one Pathway to Teaching minor can be selected.

Year 2 - Term 3
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDED20494 Indigenous Learners and Learning
Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDSE20017 Learning and Teaching in Junior Secondary
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
EDED20493 Diversity and Inclusion
EDSE20019 Literacy and Numeracy Learning and Teaching

Principal Performance Extension Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

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.

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR13122 Principal Performance Studios 5
THTR13128 Theatre for Social Change: Brecht, Boal and Artaud
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR28004 Principal Performance Studios 6
THTR28002 Post-modern Theatre

Technical Theatre Extension A Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Technical Theatre Extension A minor allows you to build your skills toward professional level in key areas related to your specialisation, through the 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.

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR13106 Production 5
THTR13128 Theatre for Social Change: Brecht, Boal and Artaud
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR28003 Production 6
THTR28002 Post-modern Theatre

Technical Theatre Extension B Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Technical Theatre Extension B minor allows you to build your skills toward professional level in key areas related to your specialisation, through the 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.

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
FAHE13003 Special Topic
THTR13128 Theatre for Social Change: Brecht, Boal and Artaud
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BUSN13004 Professional Practice and Experience
THTR28002 Post-modern Theatre

Theatre Performance Extension Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

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 professional level.

Year 3 - Term 1
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR13122 Principal Performance Studios 5
THTR13106 Production 5
Year 3 - Term 2
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
THTR28004 Principal Performance Studios 6
THTR28003 Production 6
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Credit Transfer

Students will be assessed for credit transfer on a case-by-case basis and will be required to nominate the CQU units they wish to be considered for exemption from. Credit transfer will only be granted where a student is able to demonstrate that tertiary studies, equivalent in content and depth to the CQUniversity course, have been successfully completed. Students should examine the unit synopses in this handbook to determine the units for which they may be eligible to claim exemption.

Students may only gain credit transfer for up to 67% of the overall course.

Please note that study undertaken more than 10 years ago is not normally considered unless the applicant can supply certified documents showing that they have been continually using the required skills in the work force. Generally only TAFE diploma level or above is recognised for credit at tertiary level.

Refer to the Credit Transfer website at https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses-and-programs/credit-transfer-and-rpl/credit-transfers for further details on the guidelines and application process.

Course Planners

For Course Planners please refer to the following website http://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life/new-students/planners-and-profiles