Bachelor in Composition and Theories Arrangement

At Shanghai Theatre Academy (STA), tuition fees are 36,000 CNY per year.

The Bachelor in Composition and Theories Arrangement at Shanghai Theatre Academy is for students who love music and want to learn about composition. This degree is a Bachelor and takes a short time to complete. Students will learn Chinese and get to know the music culture in China.

The program will help students develop skills like music theory, composition, and arrangement. They will also learn about music history and different styles of music. Students will work on composing and arranging music to help them get hands-on experience.

After graduating, students can work as music composers, arrangers, or producers. They can also work in music schools as teachers or in recording studios as sound engineers. Some students may even work in film or television as music composers or start their own music production companies.

Shanghai Theatre Academy (STA) in Shanghai is a leading public institution with a nearly seventy-year tradition in dramatic arts education. Known for rigorous training in acting, directing, stage design and dramatic literature, STA has shaped many prominent performers and creative professionals. Its reputation rests on a balance of classical techniques and contemporary practice, making it an attractive choice for international students who want focused, professional training in performance and production.

STA operates across three campuses and brings together departments and colleges that cover acting, directing, stage and screen design, Chinese opera, dance and television arts. The Academy offers undergraduate and graduate programs, a doctoral track in theatre studies and pre-college professional schools. Facilities include professional theatres, black box studios, film and television practice studios and specialized classrooms that support hands-on learning and collaborative productions.

International exchange is a hallmark of STA, with partnerships and joint projects spanning North America, Europe and Asia. Students benefit from exchange performances, short-term study programs and international festivals that expand professional networks and creative perspectives. With a vibrant campus life in one of China’s most dynamic cultural cities, STA provides a focused, practice-driven environment for students aiming to pursue performing arts careers or advanced research in theatre and media.