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March
Shape the future of arts and culture
Flinders graduates have the capacity to work professionally in many highly competitive commercial settings, and to impact the evolution of art form and community development, cultural leadership and change.
Flinders graduates include award-winning actors, animators, directors, cinematographers, editors, producers and writers. Your diverse range of skills and portfolio of creative achievements will make you attractive to a wide range of employers in the arts and communication industries internationally.
Distinguished alumni include Noni Hazelhurst, Benedict Andrews and Xavier Samuel.
Director
A theatre director oversees the artistic vision of a stage production, guiding actors, designing staging, and collaborating with technical teams. They interpret scripts and bring stories to life through performance.
Playwright
A playwright writes scripts for theatrical productions, crafting dialogue, characters, and narrative structure. They may work independently or with theatre companies to develop original plays or adaptations.
Sources: SalaryExpert
Screenwriter
Screenwriters craft scripts for film, television, and digital media, developing characters, dialogue, and storylines. They often collaborate with directors and producers to bring narratives to life.
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.
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.
Australia's only named undergraduate directing degree
Train as a director and develop your artistic voice. This unique degree offers hands-on experience, industry connections, and a clear path to a career in live performance.
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Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
Although you'll study many of the same subjects as Acting students, the Directing degree approaches these topics from a director's perspective. You'll focus on developing the creative and leadership skills needed to guide productions and devise original work. The program provides a strong foundation in the art and craft of directing, preparing you to lead with vision and confidence.
Becoming a theatre director involves a combination of training, hands-on experience, and artistic development. Studying directing at university provides a strong foundation in theatre history, script analysis, collaboration, and production. Aspiring directors gain practical experience by directing scenes, assisting professionals, and engaging with live performance. A degree also opens doors to networking, mentorships, and industry opportunities, helping students develop their unique artistic voice and leadership skills.
Along with your SATAC application you will need to submit a supporting statement, CV and headshot of yourself. You will then be invited to attend an audition. For further information, download the additional application requirements and recommended audition monologues.
- 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, 2024. 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 | 99.40 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 73.35 | 77.78 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 65.50 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 46 | 34% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | <5 | <5% |
| Work and life experience | 11 | 8% |
| 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) | 37 | 28% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | 2% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 13% |
| International Students | 18 | 13% |
| All students | 134 | 100% |
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