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Design Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Alberta

Program Overview

This four-year conservatory training program provides in-depth study in the three areas of theatre design: costume, lighting, and set design. You ll be assigned to productions in your first year and throughout the program, gaining practical experience while also taking theoretical and traditional coursework. Entrance to the program is competitive, with only 6 spots in each incoming class. You must submit a portfolio and meet the academic requirements to be offered a spot in the program.

Program Key Stats

$24362 (Annual cost)



51 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Official copy of high school certificate/diploma, transcripts of grades. English Language Proficiency: TOEFL iBT: 90 OR IELTS (Academic): 6.5 OR CAEL (paper) / CAEL CE (computer): 70 OR CanTEST: 4.5 OR CAE: 180 OR CPE: 180 OR MELAB: 85 OR PTE (Academic): 59. Spoken English Proficiency: TOEFL: 26 OR IELTS (Academic); 7.5 OR SPEAK Test: 50 OR Six full-time years of education in English in Canada or the equivalent in another country where English is the principal language (excluding ESL): If secondary education is the highest level completed or if combination of secondary and post-secondary education is used; Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent).

Career Options

  • Actor
  • Artist
  • Cultural Management
  • Designer / Technician (Costume
  • Set
  • and Lighting)
  • Director
  • Dramaturge
  • Event Planner
  • Exhibit Designer
  • Stage Manager
  • Theatre Critic

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