BA in Drama and Theatre Studies at University of Stellenbosch

BA Drama and Theatre Arts is a three-year degree where students study four modules: History of Drama and Performance, Drama and Performance Studies, Performance Practice, and Technical Management and Scenography for the first two years of study.

General admission requirements

• Write the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) AQL
• An NSC aggregate of at least 65% (excluding Life Orientation)
• See further admission requirements under the programs
• Also see the Faculty’s selection guidelines on www.maties.com > Apply > Admission and selection

Admission requirements

For admission to the University you need:
• A National Senior Certificate or school-leaving certificate from the Independent Examination Board as certified by Umalusi with admission to bachelor’s degree studies; or
• A university exemption certificate issued by the South African Matriculation Board to students with other school qualifications.
Admission to bachelor’s degree studies requires that you obtain a mark of at least 4 (50-59%) in each of four designated university admission subjects.

Duration 3 years

What can you do with a BA in theatre?

Actor. One of the most coveted performing arts jobs is that of an actor.

Theatre Director. Other jobs for theatre majors may include the role of the theatre director.

Theatre Stage Manager.

Arts Administrator.

How much does a drama teacher earn in South Africa?

R292,872 (ZAR)/yr.

How much do Theatre actors get paid in South Africa?

Experienced and main actors of a show are said to earn between R25,000 – R60,000 per month. Supporting actors and extras are said to earn the least amount of money. Supporting actors will earn between R1,500 – R5,000 per call.

What are the careers in Theatre?

Actor.

Choreographer.

Dancer.

Assistant director.

Broadcaster.

Writer.

Casting manager.

Director.