Theatre Studies careers
Creativity, performance and self-presentation are central to life in the 21st century. The Theatre Studies program at the University of Melbourne deals with creativity and performance from practical skills in communication and self-presentation to critical skills in thinking, writing, project-devising and evaluation.
With a degree in Theatre Studies you'll develop a broad knowledge of drama, theatre and performance and have the specific critical and creative knowledge and skills you need to contribute to the creative arts as well as the general skills needed to make you flexible in a range of exciting careers.
Acquired skills
Theatre Studies graduates will be able to:
- Think critically
- Perform in depth research and analysis
- Administer a variety of programs
- Think creatively and offer innovative solutions
- Communicate in effective and creative ways
- Understand the nature of performance in its social, economic and cultural contexts
- Work with the various creative arts bodies, understanding their purpose, structure and functions
- Possess the qualifications needed to pursue advanced study in the field
Career flexibility
A degree in Theatre Studies will prepare you for a wide range of employment possibilities, especially important in today's quickly changing world where transferable skills are a necessity. Career opportunities include:
- educators
- administrators
- creative arts professionals
- editors
- reviewers and theatre critics
- archivists
Theatre Studies graduates are currently working with:
- independent theatre companies
- The Malthouse Theatre
- The Melbourne Theatre Company
- City Council Arts Departments
- Gasworks
- The Age
- Arts Victoria