Two different kinds of candidates are considered for admission to the diploma. They must be either:

1. Students who have a theatre background and have completed an MFA in Theatre, in either acting or directing.
   OR
2. Students who do not come from a theatre background but have an advanced degree (MA or PhD) in linguistics, speech and hearing pathology, speech, mass communications or other related fields. They must be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge in theatre performance skills.

Additional Admission Interview and Audition

1. Candidates must have an advanced degree (MFA or equivalent) and therefore require more than the minimum academic admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Graduate Program in Theatre.
2. Voice teacher candidates are expected to have professional performing arts performance experience and/or teaching experience. Teaching experience may include traditional schooling at all levels as well as professional actor training studios.
3. Candidates must have other advanced performance training, for example: the National Voice Intensive, Equity Showcase Theatre or other professional voice training programs.
4. Prospective voice teachers must attend an interview/audition specifically related to voice teaching with the voice faculty where they demonstrate familiarity with various styles and forms of voice training through demonstration and performance.