Other University Programs & Transfer Options
Bachelor of Fine Arts Theatre Transfer
- 1 or 2-year Program
- Program Fees: Domestic Students, International Students
- Apply for Admission: Forms and Information
Note: VIU also offers a Technical Theatre Diploma and a Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Theatre.
The Program
Students can complete up to two years towards an undergraduate degree at VIU and apply to the University of Victoria, University of British Columbia, or Simon Fraser University for two more years of study. Most Canadian universities will accept VIUs courses. Students intending to transfer should check with the receiving institution. VIU also offers a two-year Technical Theatre diploma program.
A free information session for prospective students is usually held in March. Check with the Advising Centre for more details, 250-740-6410.
Admission Requirements
- General admission requirements apply.
- Interview.
Start Date and Application Deadline
Students start the program at Vancouver Island University in September. Applications for September classes are accepted after November 15.
Late Application DateMarch 31: applications received after this date will be considered Late; a later registration date will be assigned, which may mean that course selection is limited.
Program Outline
YEAR 1 |
Credits |
|---|---|
THEA 105 - (Fundamentals of Acting I) |
3 |
THEA 106 - (Fundamentals of Acting II) |
3 |
THEA 111 - (Intro to Theatre I) |
3 |
THEA 112 - (Intro to Theatre II) |
3 |
THEA 150 - (Theatre Stagecraft I) |
3 |
THEA 151 - (Theatre Stagecraft II) |
3 |
6 |
|
Two Electives |
6 |
Total Credits |
30 |
YEAR 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
THEA 211/212 - (Theatre from French Classicism to the Present I and II) |
6 |
THEA 250 - (Intermediate Stagecraft I) and/or |
3 or 6 |
THEA 251 - (Intermediate Stagecraft II) and/or |
3 or 6 |
Electives (to make up a total of 30 credits) |
12 to 18 |
Total Credits |
30 |
Updated October 30, 2009
