The Expressive Arts major is a creative, interdisciplinary programme combining:

• Theatre & performance
• Creative writing
• Digital media production

 

Why Study Expressive Arts at Massey?

• Create theatre, films, and written works
• Learn both:
  • Creative skills
  • Professional communication skills
• Flexible “triple dip” structure (mix theatre, writing, media)
• Prepare for careers in creative + communication industries

You may:

• Write a novel or poetry
• Produce a film or documentary
• Direct theatre productions

 

Programme Structure

Core Bachelor of Communication Courses

• Communication theory
• Professional communication
• Media and society

Expressive Arts Courses

Theatre & Performance

• Theatre production
• Acting, directing
• Performance studies

Creative Writing

• Fiction writing
• Poetry
• Creative nonfiction
• Scriptwriting

Digital Media Production

• Film-making
• Documentary production
• Video and photography

Example Courses

• Digital Media Production
• Documentary Film
• Fiction Writing
• Script Writing
• Theatre in Production
• Creativity in the Community (industry project)

 

Key Topics Covered

• Creative storytelling
• Media production
• Performance and theatre
• Digital communication
• Cultural and social expression

 

Disciplines / Specialisation

• Expressive Arts (major)

Includes:

• Theatre
• Creative Writing
• Media Production

 

Highlights

• Unique creative + communication hybrid degree
• Flexible structure (choose 1, 2, or 3 creative areas)
• Hands-on learning (films, writing, theatre)
• Industry-relevant creative skills
• Pathway to:
  • Master of Creative Writing
  • Master of Arts

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates can work in:

Creative Industries:

• Filmmaker / Video Producer
• Theatre Practitioner
• Creative Writer / Author

Media & Communication:

• Content Creator
• Social Media Manager
• Communications Advisor

Corporate & Government:

• Marketing & PR roles
• Human Resources
• Public outreach

Employers value:

• Creativity
• Communication
• Problem-solving skills

 

Latest Updates / Special Notes

• Programme created based on student demand for creative flexibility
• Increasing focus on:
  • Digital storytelling
  • Multimedia production
• Strong emphasis on:
  • Creativity + communication skills

 

Special Requirements

• Access to:
  • Camera / editing tools (for some courses)
• Participation in practical creative work
• Must complete:
  • Major + Minor