Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design for Performance
National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA)
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00756M
NIDA's Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance) equips students with the knowledge and skills to respond to design briefs as set, costume or lighting designers. Students undertake specialist education and training in design for sets, costumes, properties and lighting, as well as accumulating technical skills in model-making, rendering, virtual visualisation techniques, manual drafting, computer-aided drafting (CAD) and life drawing. Students learn in a collaborative environment through workshops, conceptual and realised projects, and major designs for productions, exhibitions and installations, as well as an industry placement. The course equips students with the specific knowledge and skills to pursue careers as designers and assistant designers of sets, scenery, costumes, properties and lighting in the arts and entertainment industries, including theatre, opera, dance, film, television and events.
Subjects
- Design for performance
Standard entry requirements
- Undergraduate applicants seeking admission must: have reached the age of 18 before the commencement of the course (in exceptional circumstances this may be waived)
- Hold a Higher School Certificate or its equivalent from any state or territory in Australia or overseas (in exceptional circumstances this may be waived)
- Be fluent in spoken and proficient in written English language (8.0 IELTS or equivalent for Acting, 7.0 IELTS or equivalent for all other BFA courses for international students)
- Complete the project requirements (please refer to the website for full details)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington | Domestic: $52,200 International: $110,160 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Kensington.
The total course fees presented are a guide. Eligible domestic students can apply for FEE-HELP.
