Bachelor of Drama 3-year programme at University of Pretoria

This programme develops knowledge, skills and passion for the performing arts across theatre, TV, film and radio, combining academic, creative and practical training. It also builds transferable skills such as strategic thinking, communication, teamwork and leadership.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 3 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/09/2026; admissions take place in August and on an ad-hoc basis  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Physical theatre, directing and performance, digital and new media studies, performing arts management, and developmental and educational theatre and drama.

Career pathways

Actors (theatre, film, television, radio), physical theatre artists, theatre critics, radio and television presenters, directors, educational and community theatre practitioners, light and sound operators, voice artists, stage and production managers, performing arts administrators, documentary filmmakers, digital and new media practitioners, playwrights, scriptwriters and film/theatre researchers.

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