Performance: Design and Production - BFA
Full-time format:
4 Year
Part-time format:
N/A
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
70-75%
Faculty:
The Creative School
Experiential learning:
Studio course(s) available
Is this degree for you?
As a student in Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)'s Performance: Design and Production degree program at The Creative School, you’ll build the creative, technical and leadership skills necessary to produce small to large-scale productions. These can include plays, musicals, dance shows, immersive experiences, AR/VR, large-scale events, community-engaged artistic projects and more.
You’ll explore all aspects of production design, including costume, scenery, lighting, digital media, and sound, while gaining direct experience participating in live performances and industry collaborations.
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic Undergraduate Calendar for this program.
Career possibilities
- Costume designer or maker
- Event manager
- Lighting, projection or sound designer
- Producer
- Stage manager
Employer possibilities
- Canadian Opera Company
- Cirque du Soleil
- Mirvish Productions
- National Ballet of Canada
- Stratford Festival
Further education
- Scenography
- Digital Media (MDM)
- Fashion (MA)
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Location, applied
Study in the heart of the performing arts and events industry in Toronto, and benefit from industry collaborations, live productions and the opportunity to build your professional network.
Apply your studies
You’ll spend 75% of your class time in the studio, learning with industry-standard technology in classroom and studio environments.
Explore the world and big ideas
Pursue an international exchange, travel intensives or the Global Campus Studio, an internationally-focused virtual course where you’ll collaborate with students from around the world.
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program
To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course with a minimum grade of 70%:
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Tuition and fees range 2026-2027
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $7,466 - $8,018
Out-of-province: $9,266 - $9,851
International: $38,733 - $39,209
Over $20M across all levels of study
We award more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study.
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Learn more about government financial aid programs like OSAP, out-of-province student loans and U.S. student loans.
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“What surprised me the most about Design and Production was learning how many diverse opportunities there are in the live entertainment industry."
- Tina Chu, Performance: Design and Production, Class of 2025
75%
Time spent in studio
Creativity is the catalyst for building the future — driving insights, inspiring learning and expanding what’s possible. At The Creative School at TMU, creativity is at the heart of every experience. With unique programs, global partnerships and practical experience in the heart of Toronto, you’ll evolve your craft. You’ll graduate ready for an impactful, fulfilling career.
The Creative School degree programs
Performance: Design and Production students work in Toronto's latest interdisciplinary entertainment hub: The Creative School Chrysalis
Performance: Design and Production students at The Creative School gain experience working with industry professionals in TMU’s Chrysalis space. Students contribute to innovative events like The NOW where they apply emerging technologies such as robotics and multi-screen projection, preparing them with practical skills for diverse live entertainment careers.
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Disclaimer:
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.