Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Conjoint - Drama

The University of Auckland

Our BA/BE(Hons) helps to develop the skills you’ll need to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing, globalised economy. The five-year programme blends theoretical and practical work. It allows you to complement your technical acumen with the broad, transferable skills and critical thinking abilities essential for solving complex problems. You can combine one of our nine engineering specialisations with a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, cultures and languages. The unique skill set that you will gain through a BA/BE(Hons) will put you in a strong position to pursue new opportunities created by developments in society, technology and business. All our Engineering specialisations are accredited by Engineering New Zealand, making this programme a recognised qualification in many countries.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.