Bachelor of Music Theatre and Acting

Gippsland, Victoria, Australia

Level: Bachelor
Duration: 3.0F
Campus: Camp Street (VIC)
Intl. Tuition: See fee page →
Home Tuition: A$9,880 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Music graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, recording producers and arts administrators. A portfolio career combining performance, teaching and production is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Mount Helen (Ballarat) offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Student Population: 12,478
Staff Ratio: 19.0:1
International: 32.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 75.0%; of graduates employed

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: See fee page →
Home Tuition: A$9,880; per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. | Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Selection is based on successful audition as well as completing a year 12 qualification (VCE/interstate or overseas equivalent), as well as meeting the prerequisite study requirements.
Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course.
Audition masterclass Our audition preparation workshop in is designed to give you the skills to be audition-ready.
While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give you the opportunity to practice your 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 you to prepare for your audition.
Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies may not be eligible for entry into this program.
Entry will be based on successful audition.
Supplementary form Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition.
The online form can be accessed from here .
Literacy Test If VCE English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements.
Click to Register for Test SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Selection is based on successful audition as well as completing a year 12 qualification (VCE/interstate or overseas equivalent), as well as meeting the prerequisite study requirements.
Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course.
Audition masterclass Our audition preparation workshop in is designed to give you the skills to be audition-ready.
While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give you the opportunity to practice your 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 you to prepare for your audition.
Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies may not be eligible for entry into this program.
Entry will be based on successful audition.
Supplementary form Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition.
The online form can be accessed from here .
Literacy Test If VCE English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements.
Click to Register for Test SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Minimum requirements This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
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 such as the FedUni Federation Access Studies (FAST) course.
Audition masterclass Our audition preparation workshop in is designed to give you the skills to be audition-ready.
While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give you the opportunity to practice your 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 you to prepare for your audition.
Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies may not be eligible for entry into this program.
Entry will be based on successful audition.
Supplementary form Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition.
The online form can be accessed from here .
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Minimum requirements This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher Audition masterclass Our audition preparation workshop in is designed to give you the skills to be audition-ready.
While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give you the opportunity to practice your 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 you to prepare for your audition.
Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies may not be eligible for entry into this program.
Entry will be based on successful audition.
Supplementary form Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition.
The online form can be accessed from here .
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Audition masterclass Our audition preparation workshop in is designed to give you the skills to be audition-ready.
While there is no obligation for applicants to attend the program, it will give you the opportunity to practice your 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 you to prepare for your audition.
Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies may not be eligible for entry into this program.
Entry will be based on successful audition.
Supplementary form Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form to secure an audition.
The online form can be accessed from here .
Literacy Test If VCE English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements.
Click to Register for Test SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website | Current Year 12 graduates Audition The selection process involves an audition.
Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations, are available on the Arts Academy webpage .
For applicants who live a considerable distance away from audition venues, it is possible to audition via the video application process.
Please read further information for Distance applicants here.
Recent Year 12 graduates Audition The selection process involves an audition.
Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations, are available on the Arts Academy webpage .
For applicants who live a considerable distance away from audition venues, it is possible to audition via the video application process.
Please read further information for Distance applicants here.
Applicants with Higher Education study Audition The selection process involves an audition.
Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations, are available on the Arts Academy webpage .
For applicants who live a considerable distance away from audition venues, it is possible to audition via the video application process.
Please read further information for Distance applicants here.
Applicants with VET study Audition The selection process involves an audition.
Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations, are available on the Arts Academy webpage .
For applicants who live a considerable distance away from audition venues, it is possible to audition via the video application process.
Please read further information for Distance applicants here.
Applicants with work and life experience Audition The selection process involves an audition.
Details about the audition, including key dates, how to prepare and audition locations, are available on the Arts Academy webpage .
For applicants who live a considerable distance away from audition venues, it is possible to audition via the video application process.
Please read further information for Distance applicants here.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population: 12,478; Total students
Staff Ratio: 19:1; Students per staff
International Students: 32%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 8.5/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Mount Helen (Ballarat) offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

Outdoor & nature activities
Great café culture
Thriving student social scene
Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Total Students12,478

Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1

International Students32%

Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 75%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Not offered; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Music graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, recording producers and arts administrators.
A portfolio career combining performance, teaching and production is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.