Residencies
Intensive training that elevates artistic practice
Develop and extend your creative skills over an intensive two or three-week period. NIDA Residencies are designed for people with a commitment to rigorous artistic development. Led by expert teaching artists with a wealth of industry experience, you’ll develop your craft in a supportive environment with like-minded peers. Class sizes are small, ensuring you receive dedicated attention throughout the residency.
Residencies are held twice a year, in January and July at NIDA’s Sydney campus. Courses are available for adults 18+ and young people aged 15-18 years. International and national applications are accepted for the Residency Program.
Residencies starting January 2025
Applying
Entry into a NIDA Residency is by selection only. You may apply by completing an online application form on the relevant course page, detailing your relevant experience and/or training,
Participants must have a demonstrated proficiency in the English language. A basic fitness level is required for performance-based residencies as some course components will be physical.
Quality teaching staff
Residency teaching artists bring their creative practice and industry experience to our classrooms to deliver contemporary student learning. Selected for their exceptional teaching ability, knowledge and extensive industry experience, they provide students with individual feedback and guidance ensuring you get the most out of your training.
Many of our tutors are also NIDA graduates, bringing firsthand experience and insights from one of the world’s leading performing arts institutions directly to you.
Course recognition
A certificate of attendance will be awarded at the end of the course. For university or college students seeking credit you will need to apply to your current institution directly to recognise the NIDA Residency courses as credit.
International participants
You will need to apply for an appropriate visa for your visit to Australia, such as a Visitor or Working Holiday Maker Visa. As a short non-award course, NIDA Residencies do not require a student visa.
For information on applying for a visa to visit Australia go to the website of the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
What are you waiting for?
Students graduate with a skill set that can benefit future full-time training. NIDA Residencies are a first step towards exploring a career in the performing arts , or simply an opportunity to enhance your personal and professional creative life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Wear loose, comfortable clothing for any performance related course. Clothes that restrict movement are inappropriate – no high heels, short skirts or jeans. Wear closed toe shoes that can be removed in the rehearsal room. Design and technical courses may take place in workshop areas or in theatres, and to access these areas you need to wear closed toe footwear (shoes or boots). Students in grades 7-12 should bring a notepad, something to write with and/or a device or tablet to take notes. You will need to bring all of your food and refreshments. There is a cafe open on site.
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NIDA arranges your enrolment and tuition. You need to make your own arrangements for travel or, if appropriate, for accommodation. Please call the office to confirm the course is going ahead before confirming your travel bookings. You will need to bring all of your food and refreshments. There is a cafe open on site.
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Please telephone us on 1300 450 417 or email [email protected], if you would like to discuss any aspect of your course. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible standard of our customer service and training.
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NIDA Open courses help you discover whether a career in the entertainment industry is right for you, what aspect of the entertainment industry suits you best, and whether NIDA full-time training is the next step to take. For details regarding the application for NIDA Higher Education, please visit the NIDA website. (link)
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NIDA issues a Certificate of Attendance for Adults who attend a course longer than two days. Studio and Residency students receive a Certificate of Achievement.
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NIDA arranges your course enrolment and tuition. You need to make your own arrangements for food, travel and, if appropriate, accommodation. Please telephone us on 1300 450 417 to confirm the course is going ahead before confirming your travel bookings.
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You can contact us one week prior to the commencement of the course to find out who is teaching. Please keep in mind that at times it is necessary for us to make staffing changes at short notice.
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The majority of NIDA Open courses are open to all. There are some courses which have been designed to suit people with more advanced skills or experience which is indicated on the course page. Studio and Residency courses are selective and require an audition, interview or written application.
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Please refer to information regarding terms and conditions for details about transfers, refunds and cancellations.
