Theatre Training Art Universities Universities of Applied Sciences (Polytechnics) Universities, drama departments Other training	Art Universities The Theatre Academy The University of Tampere, Department of Acting (Näty ) The University of Art and Design Helsinki IADE Institute for Art, Development and Education    The Theatre Academy Founded in 1979 , the Theatre Academy provides the highest education in theatre and dance in Finland, training actors (in Finnish and Swedish), professionals in music theatre, directors, dramaturges, lighting and sound designers, professionals in dance (choreographers and dancers), performance artists, dance and theatre pedagogues. The results of the studies are performed at the stages of the Academy’s teaching theatre. The Academy also works within research and development in the fields of theatre, dance and performance Contact information www.teak.fi Phone +358 (0)9 431 361 (switchboard) Fax +358 (0)9 4313 6200 E-mail For general inquiries please use the following address: international(at)teak.fi Students and staff at the Theatre Academy have their personal email addresses as follows: firstname.lastname@teak.fi Address Theatre Academy of Finland Haapaniemenkatu 6 P.O. BOX 163 FIN-00531 HELSINKI, FINLAND The University of Tampere, Department of Acting (Näty) The University of Tampere, which is primarily a university of sciences, has educated actors since 1967. The University of Tampere, in addition to the Theatre academy, provides theatre education of the highest level in Finland. The studies follow the new structure of 3+2 years. The Bachelor’s degree, common to all, is completed in three years, followed by the Master’s studies of two years duration, based on the students’ own choices. It is possible to complete two university degrees in five years. The five-year master of theatre and drama degree leads to actor’s profession. From 10 to 14 new students are selected to the degree programme. It is also possible to take postgraduate degrees in theatrical arts at the acting department (Licentiate in theatre and drama, Doctor in theatre and drama). The starting point is the artist’s research – one’s own artistic work being the central point along with research topics arising from it. Theatre work in practice is studied at Näty, in particular from the actor’s point of view. Research made by artists is still creating its own practices with the first doctorates. Thus, it is not in comparison with scientific research and its long traditions. The Department of Acting is one of the most popular departments at the University. Mailing address: Näty, 33014 Tampereen yliopisto Phone: +358 (0)3 3551 7091, +358 (0)3 3551 6493 Fax: +358 (0)3 3551 7094 http://naty.uta.fi naty(at)uta.fi Visiting address: Hämeenpuisto 26, 6th floor, 33200 Tampere The University of Art and Design Helsinki The University of Art and Design Helsinki is an international university dedicated to design, audiovisual communication, art education and art. It is the largest university of its kind in Scandinavia and has a strong and active international presence. The University founded in 1871 is a pioneer in research and education. All students accepted into the University of Art and Design are entitled to complete the MA, Master of Arts degree, after the due completion of the BA, Bachelor of Arts degree. Following the MA degree, the student may apply for post-graduate education in art and design provided by the various doctorate schools at UIAH. The degree of Doctor of Arts can be completed in conjunction with other European universities of art and design. When applying for admission to UIAH each new student chooses from among twenty-four degree programmes. Fields of study: Applied Art and Design; Art education; Ceramics and Glass Design; Design for Theatre, Film and Television; Environmental art;  Fashion and Clothing Design; Textile Art and Design; School of Motion Picture; Television and Production Design; Graphic Design; Industrial and Strategic Design; Spatial and Furniture Design; Digital Design; PALLAS Fine Arts; Photography. Address | Contact Information: University of Art and Design Helsinki, Hämeentie 135 C, FIN-00560 Helsinki, Finland tel +358 9 75631 fax +358 9 7563 0223 info(at)uiah.fi, studies(at)uiah.fi http://www.uiah.fi IADE Institute for Art, Development and Education IADE is a new education and development institute for the creative industries run jointly by the University of Art and Design Helsinki and the Theatre Academy. IADE is a national unit for lifelong learning and development in the creative industries in Finland. Its mission is to strengthen and promote creative thinking and artistic work, dynamic knowledge and cultural education, as well as entrepreneurship in cultural and creative industries. IADE provides development and continuing education services in art and culture both in Finland and abroad. The principal knowledge base of IADE consists of the expertise and research of the art universities, applied to create education and development services for professionals and businesses in this area. IADE contributes to the evolution of art, the broadening and development of professionalism in the creative industries and improving operating conditions in this field. The institute operates on the interface between art universities and society, fulfilling the third mission of universities. Contact: IADE Hämeentie 153 B, FIN-00560 Helsinki, Finland Tel. +358-9- 756 31 Fax +358-9- 756 30553 http://www.iade.fi