Codarts Rotterdam
Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person OnlyUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music — unique among Dutch programmes
•Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in every style
•Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness
•Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments (Classical Music, Jazz, Pop, Dance, Circus)
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories
•Formerly Rotterdam Conservatory, with a long tradition in performing arts education
•Four-year bachelor's programme leading to a BA degree
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atStudielink
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Application OpensOct 1, 2025
General Admission DeadlineFeb 9, 2026
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Round 1 (Day 1) — RotterdamJan 30, 2026
Round 1 (Day 2) — RotterdamFeb 2, 2026
Round 2 (Day 1) — RotterdamMar 13, 2026
Round 2 (Day 2) — RotterdamMar 16, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO SONGS — SLOW AND FAST TEMPO
•One song at a slow tempo (ballad style)
•One song at a fast tempo (up-tempo style)
•One of the two songs must be in your mother tongue
•Max 2 minutes per song
•Full body visible in frame (head to toe)
•You may transpose songs to a different key to suit your voice
Monologues
ACTING ASSIGNMENT — POET CHARACTER (max 2 min video)
•Play a famous poet giving an online reading of their newest poem
•Choose a character type (hip/young, old/wise, frustrated/angry, etc.)
•You may use an accent and/or costume
•Perform the provided nonsense poem with expressive interpretation
-Use rhythm, tone color, length, volume, staccato, and legato to bring meaning to the sounds
•Video must include character introduction and poem recitation
Dance
DANCE/MOVEMENT SOLO (approx. 2 min video)
•Choose a theme for your solo and give it a clear title
•Let the theme inspire your movements
•Can be filmed in a studio or any inspiring location
•Music is optional
•Must include visible movement and dancing
SUGGESTED ELEMENTS
•A clear entrance
•A turn and a jump
•A floor movement
•An arm gesture and a leg gesture
•A closing
Additional Materials
CREATIVE PORTRAIT VIDEO (approx. 2 min)
•Showcase who you are as a performer in your own way
•Highlight your creative strengths and unique style
•May use existing texts, songs, self-written material, or a combination of disciplines
•Show what excites you as a maker and performer
CV (required)
•Musical/theatrical CV in PDF format
•Include date of birth, secondary education, and stage experience
HEADSHOT (required)
•Recent, clear passport photo or headshot
•JPEG or PDF format
Callback Requirements
Songs
FOUR PREPARED SONGS — ROUND 1
•2 songs at slow tempo and 2 songs at fast tempo
•Free choice of repertoire and genre — each must have a different character
•One slow-tempo song and one fast-tempo song in your mother tongue
•All songs performed from a character perspective — you may act while singing
•Bring sheet music or chord charts (taped/prepared) — pianist provided
•Bring a separate sheet listing chosen songs with artist/composer
OPTIONAL: SELF-WRITTEN SONG
•You may perform a self-written song with self-accompaniment
•Piano available; bring other instruments if needed
Monologues
ROUND 1 — MONOLOGUE
•Prepare a monologue of your own choice
•Approximately half an A4 page in length
•Perform it the way you want to play it
ROUND 2 — DIALOGUE
•Memorize a provided dialogue — learn both roles
•Text available for download from Codarts website (PDF)
Dance
ROUND 2 — DANCE CLASS
•No advance preparation needed
•Learn a short dance phrase taught in the audition
•Assessment focuses on physical ability, musicality, spatial awareness, coordination, and creativity
•Development potential valued over high technical skill level
•Wear dance clothes and socks — no dance shoes
FINALS — DANCE CLASS (1 hour)
•Group dance class covering various aspects of dance
•Bring dance clothing
Additional Materials
ROUND 2 — MUSIC THEORY (written test)
•Reading and writing in G-clef (treble clef)
•Identify and calculate intervals on a given note
•Knowledge of all major and minor scales (notes and key signatures)
•Recognize and construct major, minor, diminished, and augmented triads
ROUND 2 — SOLFÈGE
•Recognize and sing intervals: perfect 4th, perfect 5th, major and minor 3rd
•Recognize and sing major and minor triads
•Sing major scale ascending and descending with correct intonation
•Sight-sing a simple melody and sight-read or clap rhythms
FINALS — GROUP CREATIVE ASSIGNMENT
•Groups of approx. 15 receive inspiration material
•45 minutes to create a 5-minute presentation together
FINALS — MOTIVATION INTERVIEW
•No preparation required
•Discussion of your motivation and goals
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Register via Studielink, then complete application in Osiris
•Fall enrollment only — 4-year programme
•No audition fees (legally stipulated in the Netherlands)
POST-ADMISSION
•Voice test required after acceptance to check vocal health (EUR 160)
•Diploma requirement: VWO, HAVO, or MBO level 4 (or international equivalent EQF-4)
•Capacity test available in special cases if diploma requirements not met
LANGUAGE
•Programme information primarily available in Dutch
•Contact admissions for details on language of instruction
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Video pre-selection based on 6 submitted assignments
•Submit video links via Osiris Application (after Studielink registration)
•Upload videos to YouTube — set to unlisted for privacy
•High volume of applicants — no feedback provided on submissions
LIVE AUDITION — THREE ROUNDS
•Round 1: Acting monologue, singing (4 prepared songs), optional self-written song with pianist provided
•Round 2: Acting dialogue (provided text), singing workshop, dance class, music theory test, solfège exam
•Finals: Group creative assignment, acting/singing/integration work, 1-hour dance class, motivation interview
TIMELINE (2026-2027)
•Pre-selection results: January 21
•Round 1: January 30 and February 2
•Round 2: March 13 and 16
•Finals: March 26 — results April 2
CONTACT
•All communication via email provided during registration
•asc@codarts.nl for questions
Program info updated 4h ago
TRAINING APPROACH
•Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music — unique among Dutch programmes
•Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in every style
•Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness
•Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments (Classical Music, Jazz, Pop, Dance, Circus)
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories
•Formerly Rotterdam Conservatory, with a long tradition in performing arts education
•Four-year bachelor's programme leading to a BA degree
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Academic School Information
In-State Tuition
€2,694
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
€11,000
before aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
