About Theatre Arts in MacEwan University
Think of the Theatre Arts program as a two-year acting, singing and dancing boot camp. We call it "serious fun" and that's what it's all about—working hard, while wholeheartedly embracing the transformative world of musical theatre.
Prepare for solo or ensemble performances. Explore the technical, imaginative and personal aspects of your craft. Train your voice for spoken word and song. Learn dance techniques and movement for actors. As a Theatre Arts student, you will manage a rigorous schedule that balances classroom training with rehearsal and studio time.
Our instructors have dedicated their careers to musical theatre, and with their guidance, you can become a storyteller extraordinaire, spinning tales with words and dance and song.
Your Future
Take your place on stage
In the Theatre Arts program, you develop your acting, singing and dancing abilities. You collaborate with fellow students and meet many of Edmonton's artistic directors. After two years, it's time to take your place in the performing arts community. Our alumni work in the industry in a number of roles:
- Actors
- Singers
- Dancers
- Musicians
- Choreographers
- Directors
- Musical directors
- Artistic directors
- Playwrights
- Composers
- Lyricists
- Stand-up comics
- Voice-over artists
- Body motion models in the film and gaming industry
Apply your skills in any job
As a graduate of the Theatre Arts program, you've gained skills that will serve you well on and off the stage. You've learned how to work collaboratively with large groups and small, to accept feedback, to think critically about your performances, to speak confidently in front of large groups and to manage time. You know how to connect with colleagues—and audiences. As an actor taking on different roles, you've developed your ability to understand and empathize with others. These skills are invaluable in the workplace, no matter where your career path takes you.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : overall band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.
- TOEFL : 86 and a minimum score of 21 in each section.
- PTE : overall score of 59 and a minimum score of 56 in each band.
MacEwan University Highlights
Type |
Public |
Campus setting |
Urban |
Registration fee (for international students) |
110 CAD |
English proficiency test scores accepted |
IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test |
Financial aid |
Available |
Accommodation |
Available |
MacEwan University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Before deciding to study in one of the Canadian universities, one must estimate the average cost of living in Canada. Tabulated below are the expenses one needs to incur on a monthly basis to study at MacEwan University. The tuition fees for international students are based on credits. Other fees include the service fees and course specific fees which can be checked online.
Expense |
Monthly cost in CAD |
Tuition fee (18 credits) |
12,060 |
Locker fee (term) |
20 |
Housing- MacEwan Residence |
988-1,300 |
Electrical Utilities |
70 |
Personal |
200-300 |
Non-Program International Student Service |
50 |
Food |
300 |
Cable TV/internet |
65 |
Cost of transportation is covered in tuition fee as the institute provides UPass.
MacEwan University English Proficiency Test Scores
Tests accepted |
Minimum scores |
TOEFL (IBT) |
86 or above |
IELTS |
5.5 (a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.) |
PTE |
59 overall (a minimum score of 56 in each band.) |
CET |
180 |
DET |
115 or above |
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) |
70 or above |
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) |
overall score of 85 and a minimum score of 80 in GCVR |
Test in Practical English Proficiency (EIKEN) |
Grade 1 |