Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts
Qualification Type Bachelor Degree
Level 7
Credits 360
Subject Area
  • Creative Arts » Performing Arts » Dance
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this Programme is to provide the New Zealand Creative Industries with performing and screen artists who reflect the attitudes,
commitment, level of skill and expertise that is expected of them in professional employment.
The Programme emphasises the development of self and professional discipline, and on interpersonal relationship capacities essential for the work environment.
Students develop a complex, individual, conscious process soundly based on knowledge, techniques, analysis and application in a hands-on learning
environment that encourages originally creative, interpretive experimentation.
The Programme is designed to develop the ability, knowledge, professional attitudes and practical experience required for graduates to enter confidently
into the Performing and Screen Arts industries. Specialist abilities and literacies are developed as required for each particular major with a focus on creative and technical fluency, and an enriched vocabulary for expression of individual talent
Graduate profile
Graduates of this programme will understand professional requirements of their chosen field and will be able to pursue their careers in the performing and screen arts industry.
Education pathways
Further study at post graduate level.
Employment pathways
Acting trainer/teacher, actor for theatre, film, television, performer, performing arts manager, presenter, theatre devisor/creator, professional dancer, choreographer, dance and performance artist, dance teacher, performing arts manager, arts administrator, cinematographer, camera assistant, gaffer, grip, production stills photographer, sound recordist, boom swinger, assistant editor, editor, sound designer, EPK editor, post supervisor, production manager, production coordinator, production assistant, assistant director, runner, location scout, location manager, unit manager, screenwriter, content, developer, researcher, art director, audio engineer, audio-visual technician, costume maker, costume supervisor, lighting technician, performance operator, production manager, props maker, scenic painter, specialist designer, stage manager, technical manager.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
Applicants may be admitted to the programme under general, special or discretionary admission. Applicants must also meet English language requirements. Interviews, submissions and/or auditions will be required for all applicants. Contact Unitec for details.
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number CA2222
Status Current
Created 2003-08-14 12:12:38.0
Next Review 2025-12-20 00:00:00.0
Content
The course contains majors in acting, contemporary dance, screen arts, and directing and writing for screen and theatre with courses covering culture and practice, writing and directing, theatre and screen arts, choreography and performance, dance, dance techniques and training, acting, acting science, and philosophy.

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