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Bachelor of Performing Arts

The Bachelor of Performing Arts course explores original, self-devised, and collaborative approaches to researching, creating, producing, and presenting contemporary arts practice. This course provides students with coherent knowledge of the performing arts, combining theoretical and technical knowledge of performance and seeking to unlock limitations through practical inquiry.

Course Description

The course examines the ever-evolving nature of contemporary practice and new approaches to presentation and production. Students will develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. Self-directed projects will develop confidence in working independently, and highly collaborative group work will develop the ability to work as part of a cohesive team. The third year offers the opportunity for students to focus on a particular discipline or area of practice.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Course Code

Y97

Entry Requirements

ECU admission and English language requirements apply. All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
• Undergraduate Certificate
• Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test
• University Preparation Course
• Indigenous University Orientation Course
• Experience Based Entry Scheme

For international students, requirements include secondary school results.

English Language Requirements

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ, or Canada
• University Preparation Course
• Indigenous University Orientation Course
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Associate Degree
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
• Other tests, courses, or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page

Fees

• Commonwealth supported: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $9,550
• International students: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $40,650

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Availability and Campus

Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 ---|---|--- City Campus | FT | Joondalup | | South West | | Sri Lanka | | Online | |

Timetable

This course has a modified timetable.

Course Structure

Students are required to complete a Core program of 4 Foundation units; plus 2 eight-unit Majors. This is supported by a Supplementary program, approved by the Course Coordinator, comprising of a four-unit Minor; or four Elective units.

Foundation Program (60cp)

Year 1 - Semester 1

• BPA2400: Creativity and Collaboration in the Performing Arts (15 credit points)

Year 2 - Semester 1

• BPA1400: Australian Performance and Production Practices (15 credit points)

Year 2 - Semester 2

• BPA3400: Performing Arts Management (15 credit points)

Year 3 - Semester 2

• BPA2405: Interweaving Cultures in the Performing Arts (15 credit points)
• Unit from Major: x 8 (Major 1) (120 credit points)
• Unit from Major: x 8 (Major 2) (120 credit points)
• Unit from Minor/Elective: x 4 (60 credit points)

Recommended Electives

Semester 1

• ADM3610: Venue Operations (15 credit points)
• BPA1405: Direction in Theory and Practice (15 credit points)
• BPD2420: Production Management in Practice (15 credit points)
• BPD3260: Industry Secondment (15 credit points)
• BPD3400: Production Industry Studies (15 credit points)
• BPD3420: Production Practicum 3 (15 credit points)

Semester 2

• ADM2615: Arts and Festivals Marketing (15 credit points)
• ADM3615: Digital Arts Experiences (15 credit points)
• BPA2420: Stage Combat and Intimacy (15 credit points)
• BPD3260: Industry Secondment (15 credit points)
• BPD3480: Production Practicum 4 (15 credit points)

Majors

• Performance Making
• Performance Practice
• Production and Design
• Production Management

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply broad discipline knowledge and technical skills to a range of discipline-specific theoretical or practical tasks for the performing arts and entertainment industry context.
2. Think critically to analyze, interpret, conceptualize, and synthesize disciplinary knowledge in solving complex problems for the performing arts and entertainment industry context.
3. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline-specific solutions and responses for the performing arts and entertainment industry context.
4. Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate, and synthesize relevant information from multiple sources in the development of work for the performing arts and entertainment industry context.
5. Communicate disciplinary knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently, and with independence in tasks or situations relevant to the professional performing arts and entertainment industry.
6. Adapt knowledge and skills for diverse contexts demonstrating a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
7. Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values in undertaking their discipline-specific roles for projects in the performing arts and entertainment industry context.
8. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability, and judgment for their learning and/or professional practice in discipline-relevant tasks or situations for the performing arts and entertainment industry context.

Career Opportunities

This course is underpinned by core performance, communication, and management skills that are necessary to gain professional employment in the performing arts. Possible future job titles include:

• Performer
• Musician
• Director
• Choreographer
• Designer
• Composer
• Sound Designer
• Arranger
• Dramaturg
• Playwright