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School of Chinese Opera 1

Learning in Diversity with Endurance and Focus

School of Chinese Opera 2

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Chinese opera is recognised as a valuable part of Chinese culture, requiring the most profound refinement of skills in singing, acting, characterisation, movement, choreography and acrobatics.

 

Established in September 2013, the School of Chinese Opera offers the world’s first accredited Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Chinese Opera.

 

At present, the School offers three programmes accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, all of which comprise two majors, namely Cantonese Opera Performance and Cantonese Opera Music:

 

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Chinese Opera (Four-year programme) 
    Provide professional and comprehensive training in Chinese opera
  • Diploma in Cantonese Opera Foundations (One-year programme) 
    Provide foundational training in basic theories and practice in Cantonese opera art form and enhance academic profile
  • Professional Diploma in Cantonese Opera (Two-year programme) 
    Provide professional training and upskilling for senior secondary school graduates with prior practical experience of Cantonese Opera and current practitioners