Drama

527 Master's degrees in Drama

University of Cape Town4,1(160)

Cape Town, South Africa Top 1% in Worldwide

Applied Theatre and Drama Studies

The Applied Theatre and Drama Studies programme at the University of Cape Town is a coursework degree over two years, consisting of 4 courses and a dissertation.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1½ year$3,053/yr

Northwestern University4,2(54)

Evanston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Stage Design

The Stage Design program at Northwestern University is one of the country’s outstanding graduate programs for the training of the visual stage artist. Adjunct faculty from the Chicago professional theater community also teach in the program.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$45,946/yr

University of East London4,2(153)

London, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Directing for Stage and Screen

The MA Directing for Stage and Screen at the University of East London is a one-year programme designed for aspiring directors. This course combines practical and theoretical elements, allowing students to explore both live theatre and screen productions. With a focus on hands-on learning, it prepares graduates for successful careers in the creative industries.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$21,115/yr

Roosevelt University4,0(4)

Online

Performing Arts Administration

The Master of Arts in Performing Arts Administration from Roosevelt University is designed to hone the skills of current and aspiring administrators and to cultivate the next generation of great professionals within the field.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

1 year$44,760/yr

Jawaharlal Nehru University4,0(68)

New Delhi, India Top 5% in Worldwide

Theatre and Performance Studies

The School at Jawaharlal Nehru University offers M.Phil.programmes in three disciplines – Visual Studies, Theatre and Performance Studies and Cinema Studies.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

University of West London4,4(80)

London, United Kingdom

Music and Performing Arts Education

This Music and Performing Arts Education course from the University of West London aims to develop your performance teaching, leadership, and research skills across a variety of global music and performing arts educational contexts.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$23,408/yr

University of Victoria4,2(29)

Victoria, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Directing and Design Production

The Directing and Design Production program of University of Victoria, British Columbia requires practical theatre experience.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,118/yr

University of Essex4,2(91)

Colchester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Film Studies (Creative Practice)

The Film Studies (Creative Practice) degree offered by University of Essex has been offered supervision in all areas of our wide-ranging staff research expertise, including an exceptional variety of approaches to global film and media.

M.Phil. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$27,988/yr

University of Missouri - Columbia4,3(10)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre

Theatre from University of Missouri - Columbia has sustained a national and international reputation as a major center for theatre and performance scholarship and dramatic art production.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,924/yr

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Technical Production

Florida State University's Technical Production MFA master program offers an immersive journey into the world of technical theater. Through a blend of hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge, students develop expertise in various aspects of technical production, preparing them for successful careers in the entertainment industry.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,129/yr

Birkbeck, University of London4,1(35)

London, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Dramaturgy

The Dramaturgy programme from Birkbeck, University of London offers a comprehensive exploration of the practice and theory of drama, theatre and performance composition.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$27,601/yr

Pennsylvania State University4,4(39)

University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theatre

The M.F.A. Theatre program at Pennsylvania State University entails specialized professional training in one of the following areas: acting, directing, scene design, costume design, costuming, lighting design, and technical direction.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$46,796/yr

The University of Akron4,5(4)

Akron, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Multi-Age Drama Licensure

The Multi-Age Drama Licensure program at The University of Akron is a Master of Science degree, which leads to licensure in a chosen teaching field, and is open to highly qualified students who hold the B.A., B.F.A., or B.S. degree.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$50,589/yr

Illinois State University4,5(24)

Normal, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Theatre Studies - Theatre Studies

At INTO Illinois State University the Graduate Pathway in Theatre Studies - Theatre Studies program will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

½ yearTuition not available

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Performance - Voice, Music Theatre, Opera

The Performance - Voice, Music Theatre, Opera MM program from Arizona State University provides students the opportunity to choose from emphases in voice performance, music theatre performance or opera performance. Students have ample opportunities to study a wide variety of repertoire, including music theatre and opera.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Acting

Florida State University's Acting MFA master program is a rigorous and dynamic training ground for aspiring actors. Situated within the vibrant cultural landscape of FSU, this program offers unparalleled opportunities for artistic growth and professional development.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,129/yr

University of Pretoria4,2(327)

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Drama and Film Studies

Drama and Film Studies from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$5,068/yr

The University of Iowa4,3(3)

Iowa City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Acting

The MFA in Acting at The University of Iowa combines rigorous professional training with a highly innovative curriculum.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$32,776/yr

TH Köln (University of Applied Sciences)4,1(7)

Köln, Germany

Serial Storytelling

At TH Köln (University of Applied Sciences), the Master's program Serial Storytelling at ifs internationale filmschule köln is Europe’s first and only Master’s program focusing on collaborative writing for series.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$785/yr

Louisiana State University4,2(19)

Baton Rouge, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Acting

The Louisiana State University MFA in Acting Program provides rigorous physical, vocal, emotional, and critical actor training approaches.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$29,770/yr