Experience Australia's creative arts sector through a trimester of on-campus study at the Australian Performing Arts Conservatory. Study selected undergraduate or postgraduate units in acting, musical theatre, screen production or creative business management, develop practical skills and broaden your creative perspective.
The APAC Study Abroad Trimester gives international students the opportunity to study selected higher education units without enrolling in a full APAC degree. Learn in a practical, industry-focused environment led by experienced practitioners and explore a new creative setting in Brisbane.
Your unit selection will depend on your study level, experience and the units offered in your chosen intake. Credit earned at APAC may be considered towards your studies at home, subject to your home institution's approval.
Our Brisbane CBD campus places your studies in the centre of the city. Combine your learning at APAC with the opportunity to explore Brisbane's cultural life and experience living in Australia.
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Undergraduate intakes: January, May and September.
Postgraduate intakes: February and July.
Check the current commencement dates on our Admissions page and contact APAC to confirm the units offered in your preferred intake.
Undergraduate entry requirements
To apply for undergraduate Study Abroad units, you must:
Postgraduate entry requirements
Postgraduate applicants can be considered through direct entry or experience-based entry.
Direct entry
Experience based entry
APAC will assess your application and advise you of any additional requirements relevant to your selected units.
Undergraduate units are available across Acting, Musical Theatre and Screen Production, with additional interdisciplinary options. Postgraduate units focus on creative business management. Not all units are available in every intake. Contact APAC to discuss the units offered during your proposed study period.
Develop your performance skills through screen acting, speech, movement and character work.
Available units include:
Explore the relationship between performance, dance, ensemble work and musicianship.
Available units include:
Build practical knowledge of visual and sonic storytelling, lighting, cinematography, editing and producing.
Available units include:
Explore creative skills and ideas that connect performance and screen practice.
Available units include:
Explore creativity, emerging technologies and the business of creative work through postgraduate study.
Available units include:
Postgraduate Study Abroad students enrol in three units. These units form part of APAC's Graduate Certificate in Creative Business Management, but Study Abroad is a non-award program and does not confer that qualification.
Your study load
For undergraduate Study Abroad, a standard full-time study load is four units, equivalent to 40 APAC credit points per trimester. The program permits a study load of 30 to 45 APAC credit points, depending on your approved unit selection.
For postgraduate Study Abroad, the full-time study load is three units, equivalent to 30 APAC credit points. Students may enrol in a maximum of three postgraduate units during their Study Abroad period.
Contact APAC to discuss a suitable study load and unit selection before you apply.
Contact APAC to confirm your preferred intake, available units and the entry requirements that apply to you. If you are seeking credit towards a degree at home, discuss your proposed units with your home institution.
Apply directly to APAC or through an official APAC International Education Agent. Submit the academic, English language and other supporting documents required for your study level, including an audition or portfolio where applicable.
3. Receive and accept your offer
APAC will assess your application and advise you of the outcome. If you receive a conditional offer, you must satisfy the conditions before receiving an unconditional offer. Accept your Letter of Offer and pay the required fees to confirm your place.
4. Prepare to study in Brisbane
Our team can help you understand the next steps for enrolment and preparing for your study period. Visit our International Students page for information about accommodation and student support.
No. The APAC Study Abroad Trimester is a non-award program. You enrol in selected undergraduate or postgraduate units rather than a full degree. If you wish to complete an APAC qualification, you must apply separately for the relevant award course.
The APAC Study Abroad Trimester is for international applicants who meet the entry requirements for their chosen study level. Domestic applicants interested in individual units can contact APAC about the Bespoke Program.
Unit availability depends on the intake, the sequence of units being delivered and your eligibility. APAC will advise you on suitable units. Not all units are offered in every intake.
Contact APAC to discuss your interests and proposed combination. Any selection is subject to unit availability, entry requirements, timetable compatibility and academic approval.
Your home institution may consider the credit you earn at APAC. Credit transfer is subject to its policies and approval, so obtain advice from your home institution before you apply.
Undergraduate applicants must demonstrate aptitude and discernible talent through an audition or portfolio process. APAC will advise you of the requirements relevant to your chosen study area.
APAC does not provide on-campus student accommodation. Our International Students page includes information about independent accommodation options and preparing to live in Brisbane.
Tell us what you would like to study and when you would like to join us. Our Student Recruitment team can help you explore available units, entry requirements and the application process.
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