Academic faculty/school: Faculty of Arts. This four-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) program in Drama is part of the Faculty of Arts, known for its diverse curriculum preparing students for careers in different sectors. Through the Arts Work Experience (AWE) program, undergraduate students can develop and integrate classroom skills with full-time, paid work experience. The curriculum will likely cover areas such as acting, directing, playwriting, theatre history, dramatic literature, stage management, and potentially areas like design, technical theatre, or applied drama. The program aims to provide a comprehensive education in theatre and performance with opportunities for practical work experience.

Career options in roles such as actor, director, playwright, stage manager, theatre technician, drama therapist, arts administrator, arts educator, and potentially roles in film, television, or related creative industries. The Arts Work Experience (AWE) program provides a significant advantage for career entry.

The University of Alberta is a top 100 university in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and #6 in the world for global impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024). The North campus is the university's largest and most historic campus, located near the heart of the city of Edmonton, offering a vibrant university experience within a major Canadian city. The Faculty of Arts' diverse curriculum and the Arts Work Experience (AWE) program provide strong academic and practical preparation.