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Undergraduate Certificate in Acting
Study Acting at Flinders
Gain an introduction to acting and performance, alongside practising industry professionals.
Drama is more than just waiting for that one big break. Taught by practising industry professionals in exceptional, purpose-built spaces and studios the Undergraduate Certificate in Acting is a 6-month introduction to acting and performing, designed for those with a desire to build a career in the performing arts industry, as well as those wanting to increase their confidence in acting and public speaking skills.
Why study Acting at Flinders
- You will learn or review the basics of acting and performing in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere.
- You will develop your confidence, open-mindedness and understanding of the performing arts industry.
- You will enhance your employability by building your confidence and public speaking skills.
- Should you wish to continue your studies, you will have the opportunity to audition for the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) upon completion of the Certificate or you can receive partial credit into the Bachelor of Creative Industries (Theatre and Performance).
Your career
Flinders graduates include award-winning actors, animators, directors, cinematographers, editors, producers and writers. The Undergraduate Certificate is designed to provide you with a taste of the various Drama offerings at Flinders University.
You may then choose to continue to further study or apply the skills you developed during the Certificate to other professions. Upon completion, you will be a more confident public speaker and presenter, which is beneficial in many businesses and roles.
The Certificate will provide the foundational skills should this be your next step.
Professional accreditation/recognition
Participants gain a University Certificate on completion, which is AQF accredited.
The program also provides a pathway or credit into the Bachelor of Arts for participants who wish to pursue further study in the future.
Why choose a Higher Education Certificate
By choosing to study a higher education certificate, you’ll gain a university-level qualification that:
- Takes less time than a bachelor’s degree - allowing you to upskill or get a taste of your career path in as little as 6 months
- Is cost effective – Commonwealth support is currently making higher education certificates even more affordable. Eligible students can also defer payment through HECS-HELP
- Gives you a valuable qualification – Flinders’ higher education certificates are AQF accredited
- Offers you a pathway towards a bachelor’s degree – credits from your studies can go towards further study
How to apply
Choose your preferred course.
Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.
Choose other courses to include in your preferences.
Visit SATAC and submit your application online.
Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous Higher Education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through Adult Entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).
For applicants using their SACE (Year 12) results (or equivalent), entry is subject to achieving a minimum selection rank of 60.
How to apply
Course enquiries
Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.
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For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.
FAQs
There are many reasons to apply for a higher education certificate. You may want to upskill and progress your career without committing to a longer-term degree, or build on the strength of your current degree by adding a different qualification. You may have a particular passion you want to explore, or want to get a taste of university that could lead you towards a bachelor’s degree.
If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder, you will be eligible for a discounted Commonwealth supported place (CSP).
The Australian Government is subsidising courses across a range of national priority areas in order to give people the opportunity to upskill or learn new skills to help the workforce and the nation during a difficult economic period. These course subsidies could help you transition to a new role within your existing industry, or prepare you to move to a new industry.
Yes. These are micro-credential courses and can be completed part-time over 25 weeks (or a university year of 2 semesters). To qualify for the government discount, you must enrol and begin your studies in 2021.
No. In order to qualify for the government discount, you must enrol and begin your studies in 2021.
If you are an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa and meet other eligibility criteria, you won’t have to pay your course fees up front. You can get a HECS-HELP loan for your student contribution portion of your uni fees. More information about HECS-HELP is available here.
Yes. The student services and amenities fee (SSAF) applies to all higher education certificates. More information about the SSAF is available here.
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