November 5, 2026

Study Abroad Programs: Visual and Performing Arts

If you have a passion for the arts, studying visual and performing arts abroad could be the perfect way to enhance your skills and broaden your perspective. With programs available at universities around the world, you can choose from a variety of disciplines, such as music, dance, theater, film, and visual arts. These programs typically offer hands-on experience and opportunities to work with professionals in the field, allowing you to gain practical skills and build your portfolio.

Depending on your interests, you can choose from programs that focus on specific aspects of the arts, such as music theory, stage production, or film directing. Additionally, many programs offer cultural excursions and activities, allowing you to immerse yourself in the local arts scene and gain a better understanding of the history and context behind the works you study. With the option to study abroad for a semester, a year, or even a summer, there is a program out there to fit your needs and goals. So why not take the leap and explore the world of visual and performing arts in a new and exciting way?

Subcategories for Visual and Performing Arts

Fine Arts, Studio Arts 376 programs
Design and Applied Arts 356 programs
Film, Video, Photographic Arts 254 programs
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 170 programs
Music 162 programs
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Visual and Performing Arts - Featured Programs

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Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: Brisbane - Queensland University of Technology
Arcadia: Brisbane - Queensland University of Technology

Though Queensland University of Technology (QUT) began operating officially in 1989, its roots date all the way back to colonial Australia, with the establishment of the B...

0.0

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Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: Queensland - Griffith University
Arcadia: Queensland - Griffith University

Griffith University operates on multiple campuses. Each covers a different area of specialization, and all make the most of the laid-back outdoors lifestyle of Queensland,...

4.3

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for WorldStrides Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia
WorldStrides Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia
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Take a chance and brave the city’s temperamental weather to stroll the iconic cobblestone streets, back-al...

3.5

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment -  University Of Sydney
IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

Take advantage of your chance to live and learn in one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world—Sydney! Enjoy Sydney’s comfortable climate (warm summers and m...

4.6

11 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts
CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts

Your Liberal Arts program in Santiago lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have Spanish language skills. You will enroll in...

5.0

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies
CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

Ranked among the top 10 cities for students to live in, Prague is a go-to destination for an unforgettable study abroad experience. Come and discover life in a modern Euro...

4.6

8 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France
Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France
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Institute for American Universities (IAU) has been providing high quality study abroad opportunities for U.S. college and university students for over 52 years. It remains...

4.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: Ballyvaughan - Burren College of Art
Arcadia: Ballyvaughan - Burren College of Art

"Time, space, and inspiration for artists" are the founding principles of this small, innovative, independent art school located in an area of supreme natural beauty on th...

5.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: Belfast - Queens University Belfast
Arcadia: Belfast - Queens University Belfast

Located in a modern, affordable, capital city in one of the safest regions in the UK, Queen’s is a world-class academic institution with a history that goes back to the mi...

5.0

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for IFSA: Northern Ireland - Ulster University
IFSA: Northern Ireland - Ulster University

Study abroad with the Institute for Study Abroad at Ulster University! At Ulster, you will learn of a country that used peaceful reconciliation to overcome conflicting vis...

5.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: Cork - University College Cork
Arcadia: Cork - University College Cork

Established in 1845 as Queen’s College Cork, and welcoming 115 students when it officially opened in 1849, University College Cork (UCC) is ranked in the top 2% of univers...

4.7

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dublin, Ireland
WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dublin, Ireland
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Dublin offers a student-centric vibe, with a vibrant pub and music scene, easy access to transportation across the UK, and tons of natural attractions for you to explore. ...

4.5

4 reviews