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Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA)

Location

Dunedin Campus, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

36,394 NZDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Nov, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BPA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bachelor of Performing Arts degree requires three years of full-time study or its equivalent in part-time study and offers specialisations in the combined study of music, theatre and dance. The total study points are 360 and this degree is made up of music, theatre and dance papers but may include up to 90 points (usually five papers) in further specialisations in music, theatre, dance or other subjects. This BPA degree is ideal for those wanting to pursue careers in a wide range of musical/theatrical forms and styles, as well as in musical and theatrical education, media, and other related fields.

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BPA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bachelor of Performing Arts degree requires three years of full-time study or its equivalent in part-time study and offers specialisations in the combined study of music, theatre and dance. The total study points are 360 and this degree is made up of music, theatre and dance papers but may include up to 90 points (usually five papers) in further specialisations in music, theatre, dance or other subjects. This BPA degree is ideal for those wanting to pursue careers in a wide range of musical/theatrical forms and styles, as well as in musical and theatrical education, media, and other related fields.

Admission requirements

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GCE A Levels must normally achieve at least 3 A Level passes with at least one grade at level C or above to be considered for admission at entrance level.
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Domestic Students

6,545 NZD
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International Students

36,394 NZD
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