Postgraduate
Undergraduate
A.A.
Associate of Arts in Performing Arts
Through a diverse curriculum, students develop a broad understanding of music, theatre, and dance, fostering their abilities to interpret, analyze, and appreciate diverse artistic expressions.
Program Overview:
The Associate of Arts Degree in Performing Arts at USM offers a comprehensive program that blends theoretical exploration with rigorous practical training. Students delve into the history, theory, and cultural context of performing arts while honing their performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Through a diverse curriculum, students develop a broad understanding of music, theatre, and dance, fostering their abilities to interpret, analyze, and appreciate diverse artistic expressions.
The program also emphasizes the cultivation of critical soft skills such as effective communication, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. With opportunities for both practice and performance, graduates are well-prepared for a variety of career paths in the performing arts industry or further education in related fields.
Skill Development:
The Associate of Arts Degree in Performing Arts at USM offers comprehensive skill development in both performance and critical soft skills. Through practical training and theoretical exploration, students enhance their performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Additionally, the program cultivates critical soft skills such as effective communication, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. Students learn to work collectively to create harmonious performances and navigate the dynamic landscape of the performing arts field, preparing them for success in various professional settings.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the program have access to a wide range of career paths within the performing arts industry and beyond. They may pursue performance-based roles as actors, dancers, musicians, or singers, contributing to theater companies, dance ensembles, orchestras, or as solo performers. Additionally, the degree opens doors to teaching roles, where graduates can impart their knowledge and passion for the arts. Other career paths include arts administration, managing programs, organizing events within arts organizations, and behind-the-scenes roles in production and technical support for stage, television, or film productions. Furthermore, the program serves as a solid foundation for further education, providing opportunities for advanced degrees in performing arts or related fields.
1 — Complete the application form ($25.00 non-refundable application fee)
2 — Submit the required documents (see admission requirements).
3 — Submit your final application before the deadline.
4 — Meet all USM’s acceptance criteria (additional requirements not listed here may be necessary for admittance to this program).
5 — Sit for the placement exams.
6 — Meet with your division head/coordinator before registering for classes.
7 — Start your classes!
— Original high school diploma
— Original high school transcripts (must be sealed and stamped)
— Exam results (CXC, HAVO, GED, BAC, if applicable)
— Two passport pictures
— A personal essay
— Copy of passport (verified at USM)
— Proof of residency/registration form
— Affidavit of financial support (forms are available at USM)
The Associate of Arts Degree in Performing Arts at USM offers a comprehensive program that blends theoretical exploration with rigorous practical training. Students delve into the history, theory, and cultural context of performing arts while honing their performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Through a diverse curriculum, students develop a broad understanding of music, theatre, and dance, fostering their abilities to interpret, analyze, and appreciate diverse artistic expressions.
The program also emphasizes the cultivation of critical soft skills such as effective communication, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. With opportunities for both practice and performance, graduates are well-prepared for a variety of career paths in the performing arts industry or further education in related fields.
Skill Development:
The Associate of Arts Degree in Performing Arts at USM offers comprehensive skill development in both performance and critical soft skills. Through practical training and theoretical exploration, students enhance their performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Additionally, the program cultivates critical soft skills such as effective communication, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. Students learn to work collectively to create harmonious performances and navigate the dynamic landscape of the performing arts field, preparing them for success in various professional settings.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the program have access to a wide range of career paths within the performing arts industry and beyond. They may pursue performance-based roles as actors, dancers, musicians, or singers, contributing to theater companies, dance ensembles, orchestras, or as solo performers. Additionally, the degree opens doors to teaching roles, where graduates can impart their knowledge and passion for the arts. Other career paths include arts administration, managing programs, organizing events within arts organizations, and behind-the-scenes roles in production and technical support for stage, television, or film productions. Furthermore, the program serves as a solid foundation for further education, providing opportunities for advanced degrees in performing arts or related fields.
Admission Procedure
1 — Complete the application form ($25.00 non-refundable application fee)
2 — Submit the required documents (see admission requirements).
3 — Submit your final application before the deadline.
4 — Meet all USM’s acceptance criteria (additional requirements not listed here may be necessary for admittance to this program).
5 — Sit for the placement exams.
6 — Meet with your division head/coordinator before registering for classes.
7 — Start your classes!
Admission Requirements
— Original high school diploma
— Original high school transcripts (must be sealed and stamped)
— Exam results (CXC, HAVO, GED, BAC, if applicable)
— Two passport pictures
— A personal essay
— Copy of passport (verified at USM)
— Proof of residency/registration form
— Affidavit of financial support (forms are available at USM)
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Admission deadlines:
Admission deadlines:
July 09
For Fall (August) semsester.
For Fall (August) semsester.
November 09
For spring (January) semsester.
For spring (January) semsester.
