ENROLMENT – BA ACTING AND ARTISTIC PRODUCTION

NORD University offers a three-year performing arts BA in Acting and Artistic Production. Applications from international citizens are welcome. The official teaching language is English, although some basic understanding of Norwegian or another Scandinavian language is useful. Auditions may be performed in any language you prefer. Applications must be submitted by: 15th March 2026 (23:59)

To see all the details of the course curriculum and admission requirements, click on the links below :

Bachelor Degree Course:
• 3 Year full-time: Acting and Artistic Production

Semester courses are also available for students who are interested in studying within the first year of the Bachelor programme.

Semester Courses* (1st Year Bachelor):
• Autumn Semester: Acting and devising 1
• Spring Semester: Acting and devising 2

Application portal: SØKNADSWEB
Application Form (download): application_form_acting_and_artistic_production_2025-1
Application deadline (Bachelor): 15th March 2026 (23:59)

 

How to apply

Step 1 : Application form and links to online self-tapes.

Deadline: 15th March 2026 (23:59)

Download and fill out the application form: application_form_acting_and_artistic_production_2025-1
Upload it with all the required information to the application portal: SØKNADSWEB
The application form contains the following information:

1. Personal Details
2. Photo
3. CV
4. Motivation
5. Online self-tapes: links to videos
6. Physical auditions: Choice of place and date for the physical audition process.

Online self-tapes
You need to make 3 short self-tapes for the application form.  One where you introduce yourself, tell us something about yourself,  your name, age, where you are from, and why you are applying. And two monologues that you choose yourself.  We only request that the 2 chosen monologues are quite different and contrasting from each other. You can perform in your native language or any language of your choosing. Each monologue should be no longer than 2 minutes, plus a short introduction stating the text’s author, the name of the play, the scene, and the character you are playing.

Guidelines for making self-tapes

Make the films as simple and clear as possible. Remember that we are evaluating your acting skills, not the technical quality of the video.

• film your personal introduction (≤ 1 min): tell us your name, age, where you are from, and why you are applying.
• film 2 contrasting monologue (≤ 2 minutes each). Before each monologue, give a brief introduction (character, text, and author).

• Film each monologue in a single take without cuts or edits.
• Each recording should be no longer than 3 minutes (including text introduction).
• Ensure the camera is well placed to show your body as well as your face.
• Use good lighting, a neutral space, and ensure clear audio quality.
• Double-check that your video is clear and audible.

When you have made the films, upload the files onto YouTube and copy the links onto the application form.  You should have 3 links.

1. Personal introduction
2. Monologue 1
3. Monologue 2

STEP 2:  Physical Auditions

Second Round: Half-Day Workshops
If you are selected from the first round, you will be invited to take part in a half-day acting and movement workshop to work with a small group of candidates.

Auditions are led by our teaching staff and invited professionals.  They will focus on different aspects of acting and performance. You are welcome to perform in the language of your choice.

You can choose to attend the audition at either of the following locations and dates:

Oslo: 20-24 April 2026
Levanger: 8-9 May 2026

FInal round: 4-Day Workshop at the theatre building at Nord University, Levanger.

10-13 May 2026

If you are selected from the Second Round, you will be invited to Nord University’s campus in Levanger for an intensive four-day workshop. This will give you an experience of the course’s approach to acting, allow you to meet current students, and get a feel of the place.

STEP 3: Selection

Notifications of final selections will be sent out by 30th May 2026.  You will either get an offer of a place, a place on the waiting list, or no offer.

Number of study places: 20 per class

What are we looking for?
Candidates with a lively acting talent, a thirst to share and collaborate, and clear motivation for the programme.
Ideal candidates are:
• Dedicated, playful, and generous.
• Ambitious, curious, and open to challenges.
• Willing to grow and accept constructive feedback.
Our teaching is ensemble-based, so we aim to create a balanced and diverse class in which constructive collaboration with teachers and peers drives the work..

• Michael Sharman (Acting Teacher)
Email: michael.a.sharman@nord.no