Undergraduate study in Drama

By studying for a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Drama, you will combine the literary study of drama with experience in aspects of performance, both individual and collective.

First-year classes vary from public speaking and performance to practical study in Māori, Pacific and modern dance. Advanced Drama courses involve a full-scale, public production, providing invaluable acting training and experience of production management. 

As you proceed with your study at a postgraduate level, you will have opportunities in areas such as acting, writing or directing; or you might choose to focus on the historical or theoretical study of drama.

As the Drama major has limited spaces available, students can apply to the major by applying for Drama 202A/B course after having completed DRAMA 100 (or an equivalent course). To apply you will need to submit the application form provided in the link below. 

• Deadline for applications: 15 December 2022  
• Selection made: late December
• Students notified about results: late December / early January

Selection is based on performance in DRAMA 100 (or equivalent course), overall GPA, and your personal application. We are normally able to accommodate most applications to the major. 

If you have any questions about applying, please contact Student Hubs.

You can take a major in Drama as one of the two components of your double major for a BA. You will need to pass at least 120 points (equivalent of eight courses) towards each of your majors, including at least 45 points (three courses) at Stage III.

Explore the undergraduate courses you can take as part of a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Drama. You would normally take Stage I courses in your first year, Stage II in your second and Stage III in your third.

• Stage I courses
• Stage II courses
• Stage III courses

Required courses

You must pass the following courses as part of the Drama major:

• DRAMA 100, DRAMA 202 and two courses from DRAMA 301–306

• Major undergraduate scholarships
• Scholarships and awards in Drama

Our friendly staff will provide you with advice on planning your degree and enrolling in your courses at Student Hubs.

If you would like to find out more about studying Drama, you can contact our Undergraduate Adviser.