admission

What kind of students are we looking for?
We expect students to be optimally motivated to enter the circus profession. In addition you must have a clear affection for the theatre. Naturally, you should be physically strong and not injury prone, in short you must have an excellent condition. We also expect you to be creative, independent, enterprising, communicative and self-critical.

Admission requirements
For admittance to the Circus Arts study programme, the general HBO intake requirements apply. In order to gain an impression of your talent you are required to participate in an audition. The auditions consist of a preliminary and final selection. Throughout the audition you will be observed to see if you possess the necessary talent to successfully complete the study course. You will be judged according to number of criteria. These criteria relate to the degree in which you possess sufficient skill, aptitude and development possibilities to successfully complete the study course. Required competencies include artistic expression, technical circus skill, physical possibilities, stamina, ability to improvise, team spirit, and learning ability. It is important that you are physically fit.