📖Introduction

Capilano University is a public university located in North Vancouver, British Columbia. It was founded in 1968 and offers a range of programs including arts and sciences, business and professional studies, and education, health, and human development. The university has over 12,000 students.

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📚About the Program

The Musical Theatre program is a career preparation course for those students who are serious about pursuing a career in the performing arts. This intensive program consists of over 35 hours of weekly studio time with opportunities to perform through most of the six terms. Students will refine performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, screen acting, audition techniques, voice-over and learn the business side of the profession. With faculty drawn from the professional theatre and screen industries, the combination of this comprehensive training and the opportunity to study with working professionals will increase the chances of success for the graduates of this program. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

First Year
Total credits: 34.00

Required:
ACTR 100 Acting I 3.00 credits
ACTR 101 Acting II 3.00 credits
ENGL 100 University Writing Strategies 3.00 credits
MUS 124 Musicianship Fundamentals I 2.00 credits
MUTH 116 Musical Theatre I 3.00 credits
MUTH 117 Musical Theatre II 3.00 credits
MUTH 127 Elements of Theatre for Musical Theatre 3.00 credits
MUTH 170 Dance for Musical Theatre I 3.00 credits
MUTH 171 Dance for Musical Theatre II 3.00 credits
PMTI 100 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice I 1.00 credits
PMTI 101 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice II 1.00 credits
THTR 160 Technical Theatre Fundamentals 3.00 credits
ENGL or CMNS 100-level or higher 3.00 credits

Second Year
Total credits: 32.00

Required:
ACTR 200 Acting III 3.00 credits
ACTR 201 Acting IV 3.00 credits
MUTH 208 Performance Project I 3.00 credits
MUTH 209 Performance Project II 3.00 credits
MUTH 210 Acting for Film and Television I 3.00 credits
MUTH 211 Acting for Film and Television II 3.00 credits
MUTH 216 Musical Theatre III 3.00 credits
MUTH 217 Musical Theatre IV 3.00 credits
MUTH 270 Dance for Musical Theatre III 3.00 credits
MUTH 271 Dance for Musical Theatre IV 3.00 credits
PMTI 200 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice III 1.00 credits
PMTI 201 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice IV 1.00 credits

Third Year
Total credits: 32.00

Required:
ACTR 304 Special Skills for the Performer I 3.00 credits
ACTR 305 Special Skills for the Performer II 3.00 credits
MUTH 302 Graduation Showcase 2.00 credits
MUTH 308 Performance Project III 3.00 credits
MUTH 309 Performance Project IV 3.00 credits
MUTH 310 Advanced Acting for Theatre and Film 1.50 credits
MUTH 316 Musical Theatre V 3.00 credits
MUTH 318 Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre I 2.00 credits
MUTH 319 Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre II 2.00 credits
MUTH 320 Techniques in Voice for Theatre and Film 1.50 credits
MUTH 370 Dance for Musical Theatre V 3.00 credits
MUTH 371 Dance for Musical Theatre VI 3.00 credits
PMTI 300 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice V 1.00 credits
PMTI 301 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice VI 1.00 credits
Total program credits: 98.00

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Continuation Requirements:

Advancement to 2nd Year (Term Three): Continuation in this program is through a competitive process and is determined by a department selection committee and is based on:

- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.67 in Terms I and II plus successful completion of all coursework required in Year One of the program profile to qualify for an audition.

- An audition

- Professional Behavior Reports.

Advancement to 3rd Year (Term Five): Continuation in this program is through a competitive process and is determined by a department selection committee and is based on:

- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.67 in Terms III and IV plus successful completion of all coursework required in Year Two of the program profile to qualify for an audition.

- An audition

- Professional Behavior Reports.

Learning outcomes
Vocal Development - Demonstrate resonance, agility and articulation.
Vocal Development - Control and demonstrate appropriate range, timbre, pitch, register negotiation and placement.
Vocal Development - Understand and interpret the vocal requirements particular to the context of the performance.
Physical Development - Master body and spatial awareness, physical connection, coordination and flexibility.
Physical Development - Sustain posture and alignment in the context of performance and discipline.
Physical Development - Retain and execute choreography.
Physical Development - Meet the physical requirements of various performance styles.
Artistic Development - Demonstrate musicality, freedom and ease of creative expression in a clear and focused manner.
Artistic Development - Understand and identify with the content of the text.
Artistic Development - Integrate the techniques of acting, voice, and movement into a creative process.
Artistic Development - Focus energy to create and sustain the integrity of a performance.
Artistic Development - Employ well developed personal skills and an awareness of self in individual and group settings.

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🏫About Capilano University

Capilano University is a public university located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was established in 1968 as a community college and became a university in 2008. Capilano University offers a wide range of undergraduate degree programs, diplomas, and certificates in fields such as business, education, health, arts and sciences, and more. It also offers English language programs for international students. The university has a diverse student body of approximately 12,000 students, including both Canadian and international students from over 80 different countries. Capilano University is known for its small class sizes, personalized learning experiences, and hands-on approach to education. The university has modern facilities including state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and studios, as well as on-campus housing options for students. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

1,015 RMB

Tuition fee:

8,970 USD per year

26,910 USD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied in English at high school or a degree
- Have passed IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 95 or above.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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