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Start dates
March, July
Theatre careers beyond the spotlight
This degree will open the doors to a range of career opportunities in theatre and performance, and the broader creative industries. You’ll graduate with portable skills and knowledge applicable to a wide range of roles.
Theatre producer
Theatre producers oversee all aspects of a production, from securing funding to hiring creatives and managing budgets. They coordinate rehearsals, schedules, and marketing, ensuring artistic vision aligns with financial realities. Success requires strong leadership, budgeting skills, and a passion for live performance.
Arts event manager
Arts event managers plan and execute cultural events, including festivals, exhibitions, and performances. They coordinate logistics, manage teams, secure venues, and promote events to the public. Attention to detail, creativity, and organisational skills are essential for delivering engaging and smooth-running events.
Sources: Talent.com, 2025
Stage manager
Stage managers oversee the logistical aspects of live performances, coordinating rehearsals, managing technical cues, and ensuring smooth operations during shows. They serve as the central point of communication between cast, crew, and production teams.
Drama teacher
A drama teacher educates students in acting, theatre history, and performance techniques, often directing school plays and fostering ensemble collaboration. They nurture creativity, communication, and confidence through structured lessons and hands-on practice. This role requires both pedagogical skill and a passion for developing young artists' talents and voices.
Arts administrator
Arts administrators support the operations of arts organisations, handling tasks like budgeting, grant writing, marketing, and scheduling. They work behind the scenes to ensure smooth daily functioning, supporting artists and programming. Strong communication, multitasking, and organisational skills are key in this dynamic role.
Visual Design
Digital Design and Production
Screen Production
Writing for Performance
Sound and Music Production
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While the acting and directing specialisations prepare you for specific roles in theatre, theatre-making offers broader opportunities across the performance space. You may also be able to transfer credits from this course to switch to another specialisation in Year 2.
After graduating with a specialisation in theatre-making, you’ll be qualified for a wide range of jobs in the theatre industry. You'll gain both broad skills and a deep understanding of how theatre operates, including the responsibilities of various roles. This foundation will enable you to pursue a career path that aligns with your interests and strengths.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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