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The National Institute of Dramatic Art

Sydney, Australia

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is Australia's national dramatic arts educator and innovator, offering training in the full suite of skills necessary to create and deliver entertainment experiences across theatre, film, television, dance, opera, commercials, musicals, festivals, live events, and interactive gaming
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NIDA has one main intake per year, with the academic year starting in February each year. Higher Education courses run across two main semesters (February–June and July–November), while Vocational Studies courses follow a three-term structure (February–April, late April–early July, and late July–early October).
Yes, you can apply for multiple courses, but a separate online application is required for each course. Entry to NIDA is based on your demonstrated ability and creative potential, and assessment may include auditions, interviews, portfolio submissions, or other course-specific assessments. ATARs or other academic results are not considered.

The National Institute of Dramatic Art Application Statistics

Student Faculty Ratio
Acceptance Rate
50 %
Tuition Fees
$ 119520
Living Cost
$ 5000
Avg. IELTS
7

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