Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) creative application requirements

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) has additional requirements used as part of the selection process. Find out everything you need to know about the audition process.

To be considered for selection into the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) , you need to submit a course application and prepare a folio. If you are shortlisted, you will then need to attend a callback audition.

Prior training in contemporary dance and other techniques is highly recommended.

You must read the How to Apply information on the course page, as well as these audition requirements.

Start year intake 2027 timeline

Before August 2026

Review the entry requirements and how to apply information on the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) course page.

3 August 2026

Applications open.

28 September 2026

Applications close.

By 28 September 2026

Domestic students and international students studying in Australia, submit your course application through VTAC.


International students studying outside Australia, submit your course application direct to The University of Melbourne or via an authorised education agent.


All applicants upload your folio via the Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom).

14 and 15 November 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend a callback audition.

What to prepare

The folio involves uploading three separate short video files:

  1. Short introduction talking to camera
  2. One-minute solo
  3. Set movement phrase

Detailed video audition guidelines will be available in the Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom) when applications open in August.

Personal statement

Please provide a personal statement explaining why you are applying for this course (maximum 500 words).

Tips for recording

  • Perform in a safe environment and use the space you have available to you – ideally on a smooth floor in a volume of space with no obstacles. Understandably, not all applicants may have access to a large dance space.
  • It is not an expectation that you access or purchase additional recording equipment beyond a basic smartphone, iPad, or laptop/desktop device. For smartphones, many recent models already have very good microphones built in.
  • Make sure you are well-lit and can be seen clearly. You may wish to ask a friend or relative to record you or use a tripod or video stand.
  • Always keep your head and feet in the video.
  • Do not use filters or effects – keep editing to a minimum.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend a group workshop and interview.

Callbacks will be conducted at the Southbank campus and additionally online via Zoom for those unable to attend in person.

You will not be advantaged, nor disadvantaged, in selection by attending either an on-campus or an online callback audition.

Inclusivity and accessibility

The University of Melbourne and the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all participants, regardless of their physical, sensory, cognitive, or psychological abilities. Should you be required to attend an audition, you will be asked if you have any accessibility requirements during the audition booking stage.

How to submit your selection tasks

Your folio must be uploaded and submitted via the Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom). There is a small fee associated with submitting your tasks which must be paid at the time of application unless you are eligible for a waiver. We recommend allowing plenty of time to prepare and submit your creative tasks. Applications after the published closing day cannot be accepted.

How you'll be assessed

All applicants will be ranked according to the outlined criteria, up to the capacity of places in the course.

The folio will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

  • Technical competence
  • Imaginative and creative capacity
  • Quality of movement and expression
  • Spatial awareness and rhythmic sequencing

The callback audition will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

  • Ability to collaborate with others
  • Responses to tasks in a group setting
  • Capacity to move with spatial awareness and sensitivity to others
  • Imaginative and creative capacity