Program Overview

University of Alberta Programs

The University of Alberta offers a diverse range of programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate programs at the University of Alberta are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in their chosen field.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama is a program that studies the way theatre creates cultural, social, and political meaning. Students will be exposed to every aspect of the theatrical process, including courses in acting, directing, and playwriting, while combining theory and practice through hands-on projects.

Why Study Drama at the University of Alberta?

The University of Alberta's Drama program provides students with the opportunity to learn from local experts from the Edmonton theatre community and to participate in rewarding faculty research projects. The superior classroom and theatre facilities support a dynamic learning environment.

Why Study at the University of Alberta?

The Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society. With over 900 distinct courses in the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts, students will find an academic pathway that suits their interests.

Possible Careers

Possible careers for graduates of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama program include:

• Actor
• Designer/Technician (Costume, Set, and Lighting)
• Director
• Dramaturge
• Stage Manager

Program Requirements

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama program, students must meet the following requirements:

• One from the following courses: English Language Arts 30-1
• One from the following subjects:
  • Fine Arts
    • Musical Theatre 35
    • Choral Music 30
    • Adv Acting/Touring Theatre 35
    • Applied Graphic Arts 35
    • Audio 35
    • Ballet 35
    • Choir 35
    • CommunicationTech Adv(CTS-5Cr)
    • Contemporary Dance 35
    • Dance 35
    • Portfolio Art 35
    • Dance Composition 35
    • Design Thinking Innovation 35
    • Directing 35
    • Drawing(Adv Techn) 35(CTS-5Cr)
    • Film & Media Arts 35(CTS-5Cr)
    • Guitar 35
    • Instrumental Jazz 35
    • Jazz Dance 35
    • Musical Theatre Performance 35
    • Technical Theatre EPS 35
    • Pottery/Ceramics(Adv Techn) 35
    • Technical Theatre 35 (5Cr)
    • Theatre Arts 35
    • Vocal Jazz 35
    • Drama 30
    • Art 30
    • Art 31
    • Performing Arts 35A
    • General Music 30
    • Instrumental Music 30
  • Humanities
    • Aboriginal Studies 30
    • History Americas 30 (IB)
    • Social Studies 30-1
    • Macro-Economics 30 and Micro-Economics 30
    • CTS-Enterprise&Innovat-5Credit
    • CTS-Financial Mgmt Adv-5Credit
    • CTS-Mgmt & Market Adv-5Credit
  • Languages other than English
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Spanish Language Arts 30
    • Portuguese Lang &Culture 35-3Y
    • Cree L & C 30-12Y
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Cree Language & Culture 30-9Y
    • Hebrew Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Hebrew Language Arts 35
    • Am Sgn Lng & Deaf Culture 35
    • Am Sign L & C 35-9Y
    • Latin 30
    • Hungarian Lang & Culture 35-3Y
    • Swedish L & C 35-3Y
  • Math/Sciences
    • Physics 30
    • Science 30
    • Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
    • Chemistry 30
    • Biology 30
    • Mathematics 31
    • Mathematics 30-1
    • Mathematics 30-2
• Three from the following subjects:
  • Humanities
    • CTS-Enterprise&Innovat-5Credit
    • CTS-Financial Mgmt Adv-5Credit
    • CTS-Mgmt & Market Adv-5Credit
    • History Americas 30 (IB)
    • Social Studies 30-1
    • Aboriginal Studies 30
    • Macro-Economics 30 and Micro-Economics 30
  • Languages other than English
    • Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30
    • Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30-12Y
    • Francais 30-1
    • Francais 30-2
    • French 30-9Y
    • French 31
    • French Language Arts 30-1
    • French Language Arts 30-2
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Chinese Language Arts 30
    • Ukrainian Lang Arts 30
    • Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Portuguese Lang &Culture 35-3Y
    • French 30-3Y
    • French Language Arts 20-1
    • Japanese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Japanese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Japanese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Spanish Language Arts 30
    • Arabic L & C 35-12Y
    • Arabic L & C 35-6Y
    • Arabic Language Arts 30
    • Cree L & C 30-12Y
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Cree Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Cree Language & Culture 30-9Y
    • Russian Lang & Culture 35 3Y
    • German Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • German Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • German Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • German Language Arts 30
    • Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Punjabi Lang & Culture 35
    • Hebrew Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Hebrew Language Arts 35
    • Am Sgn Lng & Deaf Culture 35
    • Am Sign L & C 35-9Y
    • Latin 30
    • Hungarian Lang & Culture 35-3Y
    • Dene Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Filipino Lang & Culture 35-3Y
    • Korean Lang & Culture 35
    • Polish Language & Arts 35
    • Nakoda Lang & Culture 35-12Y
    • Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 3Y
    • Tsuut'ina Lang &Culture 35-12Y
    • Swedish L & C 35-3Y
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-12Y
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
  • Math/Sciences
    • Chemistry 30
    • Science 30
    • Mathematics 30-2
    • Physics 30
    • Mathematics 31
    • Biology 30
    • Mathematics 30-1
    • Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
• A portfolio must be submitted to meet the academic requirements.

English Language Proficiency

The University of Alberta requires all students to have the language skills they need to understand, participate, and learn in classes. The primary language of instruction is English.

Indigenous Applicants

The University of Alberta is committed to encouraging Indigenous students in their work towards a degree. The admission policy is aimed at increasing opportunity, with the goal of the Aboriginal student population being representative of the public they serve.

Deadline

The deadline for Fall applications is May 1, 2026, for both domestic and international students.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees vary depending on the program and student status. A cost calculator is available to estimate costs based on full-time enrollment, living arrangements, citizenship status, and more.

Scholarships and Financial Support

The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students. Additional scholarships are available for specific faculties and programs.