BA (Dramatic Arts)
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Dramatic Arts
On stage. Behind the scenes. We have a place for you.
Delve into a vibrant and varied experience in the world of theatre, combining the excitement of live productions with studies in literature, acting, directing, design and technical production.
A bachelor's degree (BA) in Dramatic Arts is a broad, general program of study that allows you to explore drama as well as other interests and provides flexible options. Build and customize your program across art, humanities, sciences and social sciences.
With both theoretical and practical opportunities, you'll learn to be imaginative, flexible, adaptable and creative, preparing you for careers in the entertainment industry, graduate studies and numerous other professions.
Program: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Dramatic Arts
Degree Length: 4 years
This flexible major gives you the opportunity to learn multiple facets of the theatrical world, including performance, tech and design, directing, dramaturgy, playwriting and more.
This program allows for more customization when it comes to choosing courses and enables you to build around your diverse interests with fewer required drama courses. If you are interested in both art and science, a BASc (Dramatic Arts) allows for two majors: one in art and one in the sciences. Combine your BA (Dramatic Arts) with a business administration degree (BBA) from the Dhillon School of Business if your goal is to influence business operations in the cultural sector, or an education degree (BEd) from the Faculty of Education to prepare for a career in education.
Key skills gained
- Project & time management
- Effective communication & teamwork
- Active listening & critical thinking
Explore careers in
- Design for theatre and film
- Acting & directing
- Educational sectors
What you need to know as a current student in this program
This general program has fewer required drama courses and enables you to build around your diverse interests. There are some must-take courses that provide a great foundation for your major, but you'll have a lot of flexibility in choosing courses that you're interested in. Refer to your Program Planning Guide in your calendar year for the courses to achieve your degree.
- at least 40 courses (120.0 credit hours) with cumulative and graduation grade point averages of at least 2.00;
- 15 required drama courses (45.0 credit hours);
- A maximum of 24 courses (72.0 credit hours) may be completed from any one discipline for credit towards the degree;
- at least 15 courses (45.0 credit hours) at the 3000/4000 level;
- 12 courses for Liberal Education Requirements.
Remember that program requirements vary depending on the calendar year, which is usually the year of admission (or readmission) to ULethbridge. Therefore, requirements may differ from year to year even within the same major.
Not sure what calendar year you should be using for your program? Want to change your calendar year?
What is a Program Planning Guide?
A Program Planning Guide (PPG) outlines the courses required to complete your program, along with a sequencing plan. You should keep your Program Planning Guide up to date and refer to it for course registration and general program planning. You can find and download Program Planning Guides below!
Did you know? A minor is a great way to complement your major and have your interests in another subject area recognized on your official transcript. It is an optional component of your degree program that requires a smaller number of courses to complete.
See an Advisor for more information about this.
- Visit Fine Arts Advising to request a program check and confirm you are on track to complete your requirements.
- Review the Convocation page and Graduation Checklist.
- Apply for graduation on the Bridge by the applicable deadline.
Fine Arts Advisors are here to help you along the way!
We understand that your goals may change during your academic journey. The Fine Arts Student Program Services team is here to assist you in selecting courses, exploring your academic options, doing program checks and making sure you have everything you need to graduate from this program.
Additional Resources
See what we're about in Fine Arts!
Interested in this program but have a few more questions? Speak to a human about this program today!
Contact Dr. Nick Sullivan, our Fine Arts Recruitment & Retention Specialist. Nick can answer Fine Arts admissions-related questions, and gives awesome tours of the University Centre for the Arts.