Educational objectives.
Prepared for the real world.
The BA in Theatre mirrors current changes in the working world and is an investment in the future viability of the arts. The Major in Theatre Education is designed to meet the needs of the relevant career fields and responds to cultural, social and technological developments. It is renowned for its strong practical approach, international network and for providing students with the opportunity to self-reflect and actively participate in shaping the industry.
ZHdK combines teaching and research. The Department of Performing Arts and Film supports young talent with pre-PhD and PhD programmes. The Institute for the Performing Arts and Film and the Immersive Arts Space are dedicated to the growing importance of innovation, digitalization and practice-based research.
Prepared for interdisciplinary work.
The degree programmes at ZHdK are shaped by hybrid collaborations, ensembles as well as interdisciplinary work with film, theatre and dance. Students are trained to become artistic individuals who demonstrate autonomy and flexibility in complex production processes and interdisciplinary working groups.
Prepared for the future.
Our strong ties with professional networks and partnerships guarantee a state-of-the-art education. This degree programme offers you a range of platforms to engage with different perspectives and discourses in Switzerland as well as abroad. It prepares you to work in a dynamic professional field, and you benefit from the opportunity to position yourself successfully and build a sustainable career.