Drama

527 Master's degrees in Drama

Utah State University4,4(59)

Logan, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Theatre Arts

The Theatre Arts program of the Utah State University is the only theatre program in the state with its own professional Equity theatre company, where students and professionals have the opportunity to work with the Old Lyric Repertory Company.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$32,570/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Classical Acting

The Shakespeare Theatre Company brings to the partnership world-class artists/teachers, a comprehensive training program and a distinguished reputation as a nationally and internationally recognized leader in classical repertory, under the guidance of Artistic Director Michael Kahn. The Classical Acting program is offered at George Washington University.

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

2 years$24,653/yr

University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,1(21)

Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Writing for Dramatic Media

This Writing for Dramatic Media major delivered by University of Nevada, Las Vegas focuses specifically on the art and craft of writing for performance. This is a three-year long creative writing discipline housed in a film department.

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

3 years$28,895/yr

University of Essex4,2(91)

Colchester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre Studies

The Theatre Studies degree offered by University of Essex is led by a vibrant group of theatre practitioners who all work professionally in the theatre industry alongside their University teaching.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$27,988/yr

University of South Carolina3,7(6)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre

The University of South Carolina is the only school in the state that offers an MFA in acting, design or directing so you can achieve the highest degree possible in theatre design or performance. Apply to the Theatre MFA program.

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

3 years$12,012/yr

Alagappa University3,3(3)

Karaikkudi, India Top 7% in Worldwide

Theatre and Film Studies

Student in this Theatre and Film Studies programme at Alagappa University will gain in-depth knowledge of Theatre and Film Studies both in theoretical and practical aspects and will be able to excel in the various spheres of Theatre and Film arts.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$21/yr

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Directing

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of directing with Florida State University's Directing MFA master program. This esteemed program offers a unique blend of artistic exploration and practical training, equipping students with the skills and vision to become visionary leaders in the field of theater.

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

1 year$21,129/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Educational Theatre, Grades K-12, and English Education, Grades 7-12, Initial Certification

At the Educational Theatre, Grades K-12, and English Education, Grades 7-12, Initial Certification MA program from New York University students will learn pedagogical methods and drama strategies that can be integrated into the teaching of theatre, reading, writing, and language arts.

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

1 year$55,254/yr

University of Pittsburgh4,2(6)

Pittsburgh, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Performance Pedagogy

Designed to equip working, professional actors with the tools to expand their employment opportunities in teaching at the college and university level, the Performance Pedagogy at the University of Pittsburgh offers a dynamic synthesis of teaching, practice, and scholarship.

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

2 years$47,378/yr

Aalto University3,9(284)

Helsinki, Finland Top 2% in Worldwide

Design for Theatre, Film and Television - Production Design

The major in Design for Theatre, Film and Television - Production Design from Aalto University involves training artistic designers who are responsible for the visual, operational and production entity of a film production.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$23,432/yr

University of Pretoria4,2(326)

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Drama

Drama from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$2,842/yr

University of North Carolina Chapel Hill4,5(12)

Chapel Hill, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Dramatic Art

The Department of Dramatic Art at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill offers professional training programs in acting, costume production, and technical production leading to the master of fine arts (M.F.A.) degree.

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

3 years$29,422/yr

California Institute of the Arts CalArts4,5(11)

California, United States

Directing

At California Institute of the Arts CalArts, in addition to MFA Directing-specific seminars and labs, students participate extensively in the Acting Program as well as in the Programs in Experience Design and Production.

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

3 years$60,650/yr

University of Leeds4,4(68)

Leeds, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Audiences, Engagement, Participation

The Audiences, Engagement, Participation PGCert at the University of Leeds is a comprehensive programme designed to deepen your understanding of cultural engagement. This full-time course spans 12 months, allowing students to explore various aspects of audience participation in the arts and cultural sectors.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time +2 On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

Goldsmiths, University of London4,0(57)

London, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Drama

The MPhil/PhD in Drama at Goldsmiths, University of London, offers a comprehensive research opportunity for aspiring scholars. This degree typically spans 3-4 years for full-time students and 4-6 years for part-time attendees. Students can engage in either practice-based research with a written component or a traditional thesis format.

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

3 years$28,497/yr

University of Hawaii at Manoa4,1(21)

Honolulu, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Theatre program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is renowned for its Asian theatre productions and course offerings, as well as programs in Western and Hawaiian theatre (acting, directing, history, theory), design, playwriting and TYA (theatre for young audiences).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$44,864/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

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theatre - Live Design

At the Theatre - Live Design MFA program offered at University of Texas at Austin you can explore your talent at a university with vast academic resources in the dynamic and culturally inclusive city of Austin.

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

3 years$19,212/yr

University of the Arts London (UAL)4,2(79)

London, United Kingdom

Performance (Society)

This Performance (Society) MA programme from the University of the Arts London (UAL) explores radical, socially engaged performance through live, screen-based and sited practice.

M.A. Part-time Online +2

2 years$17,003/yr

University of Alberta4,2(136)

Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theatre Design

Canada’s foremost Masters in Theatre Design program at the University of Albertain production design for professional theatre designers training to Associated Designers of Canada standards of practice.

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

2 years$7,732/yr