Education Focus: The National Institute of Dramatic Art

Answered by: James McGrath - Communications Executive

What kind of courses do you offer? Higher education courses in the dramatic arts. Bachelor of Fine Arts: Acting, Costume, Design for Performance, Props, Staging, and Technical Theatre and Stage Management; Master of Fine Arts: Cultural Leadership, Design for Performance, Directing, Voice, Writing for Performance; Vocational Diploma: Live Production, Musical Theatre, Specialist Make-up, Stage and Screen Performance.

Do you offer practical on-site learning or more of a theoretical base? All NIDA courses are practice-based yet provide a balance between academic learning and opportunities to put knowledge into practice as students explore the creative challenges of the industry. Our students also have the opportunity to work with high profile guest artists, as well as gain valuable experience through industry placements.

What makes you different to other educational institutions? The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) has an enviable reputation as Australia's leading institution for dramatic arts education and training. For almost 60 years, we have been a hub for Australia's performing arts sector, bringing leading artists and industry professionals together to develop the next generation of creative leaders.

What kind of social activities do you offer? The Student Council of NIDA (SCON) organises and runs social events and engagement opportunities for our students.

Do you offer job opportunities, internships, or other ways to help students get ahead? Students have the opportunity to work with industry professionals during their training, as well as gain valuable experience through industry placements.

When and where is your next Info Day/Open Day? NIDA will open its doors for a night of insight into its impressive array of higher education courses, staff and facilities, with Info Night on 16 Aug, 215 Anzac Parade, Kensington, 6 - 9pm. Register your attendance in advance as places are limited: nida.edu.au/form/forms/nida-info-night-2017-registration-of-interest

Website link for more info: nida.edu.au/courses