Lynn University

What you'll study

This programme offers a broad-based curriculum that integrates studio practice, performance, production and academic study. Core study areas typically include:

• Performance disciplines: acting, voice, movement and ensemble work for theatre, dance techniques and musicianship depending on pathway and elective choices.
• Visual arts: drawing, painting, sculpture, digital image-making, photography and foundations in materials and processes.
• Media and technology: digital media, video production, sound design, lighting and basic projection mapping for live and recorded work.
• Production and design: set, costume and lighting design, stagecraft, technical theatre and production management.
• Theory and context: art history, theatre history, performance studies, contemporary practices and critical writing.
• Professional practice: portfolio development, audition preparation, arts entrepreneurship, grant writing and career planning.

Study is delivered through a blend of practical studio classes, ensemble rehearsals, seminars and project-based modules. Students produce public-facing work in on-campus performance spaces and gallery settings, and have opportunities for internships, collaborative projects and cross-disciplinary capstone work.

Entry requirements

Admission typically requires a recognised high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants are usually expected to submit:

• A completed application and academic transcripts demonstrating readiness for undergraduate study.
• A personal statement outlining artistic interests and goals.
• For performance or studio-focused pathways, a portfolio of creative work and/or an audition may be required; specific submission guidelines depend on the chosen concentration.
• Letters of recommendation from teachers or professionals who can speak to academic and artistic potential.
• Evidence of English language proficiency for non-native speakers, such as recognised test scores or other institutional approval.

Additional prerequisites may apply for certain specialised courses; prospective students should check programme-specific guidance and consult admissions staff about auditions or portfolio preparation.

Career prospects

Graduates leave prepared for a range of careers across creative sectors. Typical paths include:

• Performing careers in theatre, dance, music ensembles, and commercial performance.
• Visual arts practice, gallery exhibition and freelance creative work.
• Technical and production roles such as stage management, lighting and sound technicians, and set design.
• Arts administration, producing, marketing, fundraising and festival management.
• Multimedia and digital content creation, including video, sound design and interactive media.
• Further study in conservatories, graduate arts programmes, education or arts management.

The programme’s emphasis on practical experience, portfolio development and industry connections supports transitions into employment, freelancing or postgraduate study.

Why study at Lynn University

Lynn University offers a personalised, campus-centred environment with a strong focus on the arts and performance. Students benefit from small-class teaching, regular performance and exhibition opportunities and close mentoring from practitioner-faculty. On-campus facilities typically include dedicated studios, rehearsal spaces, performance venues and technical resources for production and recording.

Located within a vibrant regional arts ecosystem, the university provides access to internships, community partnerships and cultural organisations in the broader area, helping students build professional networks. The curriculum’s interdisciplinary approach and career-development components are designed to help graduates move into creative practice, industry roles or further academic study with practical skills and a professional portfolio.