Bachelor's
approx. 30% tuition
Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
Brisbane, Australia
"A Brisbane conservatory for acting, screen production and musical theatre"
At a Glance
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Ranking
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PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
The Australian Performing Arts Conservatory (APAC) is a specialist performing arts school in the Brisbane CBD with more than 30 years of teaching. It is a higher education provider registered with TEQSA and on CRICOS (03897G), and also an RTO (30372). APAC offers the Bachelor of Screen and Stage in Acting, Screen Production and Song and Dance, taught over an accelerated trimester year. Teachers are working industry professionals, classes are small, and alumni work in film, television, theatre, dance and music.
Rankings & Recognition
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Accreditations & Memberships
TEQSA registered higher education provider
CRICOS provider 03897G
RTO 30372
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Key Facts
approx. 1993
Teaching Since
03897G
CRICOS Code
Bachelor of Screen and Stage
Degree
Acting, Screen, Song and Dance
Majors
Brisbane CBD
Campus
Popular Programs
Acting
Screen Production
Musical Theatre (Song and Dance)
Performance
Film and Television
Stage Production
Application Details
Application Route
Online or via APAC agent
Intakes
Trimester intakes
IELTS
approx. 6.0
Study Length
2 years (accelerated)
Audition
Required for performance
Work rights
48 hours per fortnight
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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approx. 6.0 (some sources 6.5) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
approx. 30% tuition
Career Outcomes
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
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Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teachers — Industry professionals
Classes — Small group studio classes
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
APAC is in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, with performance spaces, studios and screen production facilities.
Campus Details
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Brisbane CBD campus with studios and stages
Campus Forecast
Brisbane CBD
King George Square
Film studio with green screen
Black box rooms
Dance studios
Editing suites
Close to train and bus
Free on-campus counselling
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Private rental
shared housing or homestay
Dining
Campus cafes and nearby city food outlets
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; counselling and wellbeing support
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Orientation events
Industry networking
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (international)
approx. AUD 35,000 / year
Domestic total (6 trimesters)
approx. AUD 52,800
Living cost (visa evidence)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
APAC teaches three trimesters a year. The eCoE is issued after the first year's tuition is paid.
Scholarships at Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 or equivalent plus audition or portfolio. IELTS approx. 6.0.
Postgraduate
N/A
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
approx. 6.0 (some sources 6.5)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Completion certificates
English test results (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Genuine Student statement
CV / resume (postgraduate)
Financial evidence
OSHC health cover (after offer)
Audition video or showreel
Application Process
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Choose course
Check the course entry and English requirements on apac.edu.au.
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Apply
Apply online or through an authorised agent and pay the application.
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Letter of Offer
Receive a conditional or full Letter of Offer.
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Accept & get CoE
Sign the offer, pay the deposit and OSHC, then receive your CoE.
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Student visa
Apply online for a subclass 500 visa with your CoE and Genuine Student answers.
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Arrive & enrol
Attend orientation and complete enrolment on campus.
Campus & Location
APAC is in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, with performance spaces, studios and screen production facilities.
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Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Screen and Stage (Acting)
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📍 Brisbane
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