COMEDY

BACHELOR OF DRAMATIC ARTS (COMEDY)

The Bachelor of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) is ideal for students wanting to work in the comedic side of the arts and entertainment industries.

The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent. 

THROUGHOUT THE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Develop an in-depth understanding of comedy creation, production and publicity

→ Create, produce and promote shows and live performances

→ Attend and perform stand-up and live shows

→ Gain knowledge and experience in performance and comedic arts

→ Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced teachers, and access career pathways through our industry partnerships and placements

→ Hear from and work with guest speakers and meet with agents throughout the course

→ Study on-campus with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor and Diploma of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 0100339 (2 years)/104507H (3 years) & 0100338 (2 trimesters)/104456C (3 trimesters).

DIPLOMA OF DRAMATIC ARTS (COMEDY)

The Diploma of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) is ideal for students wanting to work in the comedic side of the arts and entertainment industries.

The diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study or part-time equivalent, where you will have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ Develop an understanding of comedy creation, production and publicity

→ Complete stand-up and comedic projects to a foundational level, from concept to completion

→ Gain knowledge and experience in performance and comedic arts

→ Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced teachers

→ Hear from and work with guest speakers and meet with agents throughout the course

→ Study on-campus with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor and Diploma of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 0100339 (2 years)/104507H (3 years) & 0100338 (2 trimesters)/104456C (3 trimesters).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will be required to audition with a short performance from original or pre-selected material and submit an original, comedic written piece such as a monologue, satire or humor piece, script, etc.

→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry

→ Applicants will need to submit a 300-word written statement on their interest in the field

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

→ Click Here For International Student Admission Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

BACHELOR APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent

→ VCAL students are not eligible for the Bachelor until they have successfully completed the diploma

→ If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE APPLICANTS

→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply

HOW TO APPLY

→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ International Students Apply Here