Bachelor in Directing

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.

The Bachelor in Directing program at Shanghai Theatre Academy is for students who want to become directors. This Bachelor degree takes 4 years to complete and helps students learn how to direct plays and films.

The curriculum includes subjects like directing techniques, scriptwriting, and film production. Students also get to practice their skills by directing their own short films or plays.

After graduating, students can become film directors, theatre directors, producers, or scriptwriters. They can work in film studios, theatres, or television stations in China.