Offered by Concordia University in Montréal, Canada, BA/BS in Acting for the Theatre (BFA) is a bachelor's degree in Performing Arts programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 30,300 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Bachelor's Degree
Field:Performing Arts
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / year
International tuition: CAD 30,300 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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This Bachelor of Fine Arts with a specialization in Acting for the Theatre trains students in core acting skills, including text interpretation, voice, movement, characterization, and ensemble work, alongside theatre history, dramaturgy, and techniques such as stage combat and Viewpoints. Full-time study takes a minimum of three to four years (90-120 credits) depending on the student's academic background, with classes on the Sir George Williams campus using studios, design classrooms, a lighting lab, and a costume shop. Students take part in internships with professional theatre organizations in Montreal and have opportunities to create and perform original work, with potential international exchange programs and field schools. The specialization requires 60 credits. It is aimed at students preparing for careers as professional actors across a range of theatrical styles. Admission is for the Fall term only and requires a letter of intent and an audition video in addition to academic prerequisites.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Minimum cut-off averages vary by credential: Quebec CEGEP applicants need a DEC, High School applicants need a C+ overall average, IB Diploma applicants need 26 points, and Baccalauréat français applicants need 11. All applicants must submit a letter of intent and an audition video. Concordia's institution-wide English proficiency minimum applies unless exempt: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 70, or Duolingo English Test 105. Admission is for the Fall term only.
