Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts

Application Fees: CAD $ 140

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for undergraduate programs should have completed their secondary education or its equivalent. They should have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% or higher in their previous studies.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: An overall band score of 6.0, with no individual band score less than 6.
• TOEFL: A minimum score of 80 on the internet-based test (iBT).
• PTE: A minimum score of 54 on the Pearson Test of English.
• DET: A minimum score of 105 on the Duolingo English Test.

The University of Lethbridge offers a range of scholarships and financial aid opportunities for international students to support their academic pursuits. These scholarships are awarded based on various criteria, including academic achievement, leadership qualities, community involvement, and specific program requirements. 

International Student Scholarships: The University of Lethbridge offers several scholarships exclusively for international students. These scholarships are merit-based and range in value. Eligibility criteria and application processes may vary for each scholarship.

President's Admission Scholarship for World Leaders: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to international students entering their first undergraduate degree program at the University of Lethbridge. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and community engagement. The scholarship amount varies, and recipients are selected based on their admission application.

Faculty-specific Scholarships: Various faculties at the University of Lethbridge offer scholarships specific to their programs. These scholarships may be available for both undergraduate and graduate students. Eligibility and application requirements will differ based on the faculty and program of study.

External Scholarships: The university encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities provided by government agencies, foundations, and organizations in their home countries or through international scholarship programs. The International Student Services office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship options.

Research and Teaching Assistantships: Graduate students at the University of Lethbridge may have the opportunity to work as research or teaching assistants. These assistantships provide financial support and valuable experience in research or teaching roles.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines can vary each year.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts program at the University of Lethbridge possess a diverse skill set that prepares them for various career paths in the field of theater, performance, and beyond.

Actor/Actress: One of the primary career paths for graduates is pursuing acting professionally. Graduates may work in theater, film, television, or other performing arts mediums. Actors/actresses audition for roles, interpret scripts, and portray characters on stage or screen. They collaborate with directors, fellow actors, and production teams to bring stories to life through performance. Actors/actresses may specialize in specific genres or styles of acting, such as classical theater, contemporary drama, musical theater, or experimental performance.

Director: Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts graduates may pursue careers as directors. Directors are responsible for conceptualizing and overseeing the artistic vision of a production. They collaborate with designers, actors, and technical crews to bring a script to life on stage or screen. Directors provide guidance to actors, make creative decisions about staging, blocking, and interpretation, and ensure that the production stays true to the intended artistic vision. Directors may work in theater, film, television, or other performance mediums.

Playwright: Graduates with a passion for writing may pursue careers as playwrights. Playwrights create original scripts for theater productions, crafting compelling narratives, characters, and dialogue. They may write plays in various genres, including drama, comedy, tragedy, or experimental theater. Playwrights may collaborate with theater companies, directors, and actors to develop and produce their work, or submit scripts to playwriting competitions, festivals, or publishing opportunities. Playwrights contribute to the rich tradition of theater by creating new and thought-provoking works for audiences to experience and enjoy.

Theater Educator: Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts graduates may pursue careers as theater educators or teaching artists. Theater educators teach acting, directing, playwriting, or other aspects of theater and performance in schools, colleges, universities, or community organizations. They develop curriculum, facilitate workshops, and provide instruction to students of all ages and skill levels. Theater educators inspire creativity, foster artistic expression, and empower individuals to explore the transformative power of theater as a means of personal growth, social change, and cultural enrichment.

Arts Administrator: Graduates may pursue careers in arts administration, working for theaters, performing arts organizations, or cultural institutions. Arts administrators manage administrative tasks such as budgeting, fundraising, marketing, event planning, and program development to support the operations and programming of arts organizations. They play a crucial role in promoting the arts, fostering community engagement, and advocating for the arts sector, contributing to the sustainability and vibrancy of the performing arts landscape.