Scholarships

NIDA Scholarships are open to future BFA and MFA students (applicants) and enrolled students. Most scholarships are allocated based on financial need. NIDA is committed to building a diverse community of students and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from a wide range of backgrounds and people with a disability.

Adults 18 years+

NIDA short courses for adults in Acting, Directing, Musical Theatre, Screenwriting and more are available in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and various other cities and towns.

Young people 12-18 years

NIDA school holiday courses and term classes in Acting, Directing, Musical Theatre, Screenwriting and more are available in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and various other cities and towns.

Children 2-12 years

NIDA school holiday courses and term classes in Acting, Directing, Musical Theatre, Screenwriting and more are available in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and various other cities and towns.

Corporate training

NIDA Corporate offers practical skills-based training in professional communication, presentation and leadership for individuals and businesses in the public and private sectors.

Schools and teachers

NIDA offers courses for primary and secondary school groups and teacher training in the dramatic arts.

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