Drama

527 Master's degrees in Drama

University of Connecticut4,4(28)

Storrs, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Dramatic Arts (Costume Design)

The Master of Fine Arts degree in Dramatic Arts (Costume Design) at University of Connecticut provides a highly tailorable program which allows students to follow a path that is unique to their interests and passions. Students are encouraged to take courses across disciplines and to be pro-active makers and creators.

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

3 years$41,424/yr

Zuyd University of Applied Sciences3,8(82)

Maastricht, Netherlands

Theatre

The Master in Theatre programme at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences is intended for professional performance practitioners who, having established a professional practice, now seek possibilities for further reflection and development, aiming to enhance their research skills.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,727/yr

University of San Diego4,0(7)

San Diego, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Acting

The Acting program of the University of San Diego is designed to take advantage of training and performance opportunities made available by The Old Globe. Students' performance work in the Globe's professional productions is much more than an added attraction, it is one of the centerpieces of the training.

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

2 years$46,650/yr

University of Washington4,2(54)

Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Directing

The Directing program at the University of Washington School of Drama is a three year intensive, conservatory program designed to prepare students for successful entry into the professional theatre.

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

3 years$39,204/yr

University of Central Florida3,8(50)

Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre - Theatre for Young Audiences

The Theatre - Theatre for Young Audiences program of University of Central Florida is designed for students who demonstrate the artistic and intellectual capacity and evidence of professional promise to pursue careers in professional and academic theatre.

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

3 years$22,988/yr

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theater - Playwriting

Develop and refine your voice as a writer—and gain the skills you need to sustain a life in the arts—with the Master of Fine Arts in Theater - Playwriting at Temple University's School of Theater, Film and Media Arts.

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

3 years$35,020/yr

Texas A&M University–Commerce4,0(1)

Commerce, United States

Theatre

Theatre from Texas A&M University–Commerce offers an intensive study of dramatic traditions as well as practical, artistic explorations.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year, 2 months$14,682/yr

University of California, Irvine (UCI)4,4(7)

Irvine, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Acting

The Acting program of University of California, Irvine (UCI) is devoted to the development of working professional actors: actors who can make for themselves a successful professional life in an extraordinarily competitive field and who possess the skills, insight, intelligence, creativity, and vision to create the theatre of the future.

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

3 years$27,864/yr

University of Derby4,4(113)

Derby, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Dramatherapy

After successful completion of the Dramatherapy course from University of Derby, you’ll be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council for registration as a dramatherapist, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$13,885/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Performance (Vocal Arts)

The Performance (Vocal Arts) MM program offered at University of Southern California is a two-year, 30-unit program consisting of individual instruction, ensembles, cantata and oratorio, pedagogy, vocal literature, music history and electives. A graduate recital is required.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$73,260/yr

University of California, Santa Barbara4,2(32)

Santa Barbara, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theater Studies

The Theater Studies programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive exploration of dramatic arts and performance. This full-time undergraduate degree provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in theatre history and practice, delivered on-campus at this prestigious institution.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$14,430/yr

OnCampus London4,0(57)

London, United Kingdom

Musical Theatre - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Musical Theatre - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Goldsmiths, University of London.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$30,369/full

ArtEZ University of the Arts4,1(11)

Arnhem, Netherlands

Performance Practices

The Master Performance Practices at the ArtEZ University of the Arts is a breeding ground for artistic research around the body in performance and its wider ecology.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,236/yr

University of Wisconsin Madison4,1(8)

Madison, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Interdisciplinary Theatre Studies

The Interdisciplinary Theatre Studies program offered by University of Wisconsin Madison prepares M.A. students to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary research in theatre studies, and to conduct inquiry through scholarly research, practice as research and meaningful teaching experiences.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,732/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

University of Connecticut4,4(28)

Storrs, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Dramatic Arts (Puppet Arts)

The Dramatic Arts (Puppet Arts) offered by University of Connecticut requires a minimum of 30 credits, which are composed of a set of core courses in Puppet Arts plus electives from other areas of Dramatic Arts or other UConn departments

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

3 years$41,424/yr

University of Essex4,2(91)

Loughton, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Acting with Digital Media

The Acting with Digital Media programme from University of Essex is a unique industry-focused, conservatoire-style professional training programme, designed specifically for international students.

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

1 year, 8 months$28,826/yr

University at Buffalo4,4(48)

Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre and Performance

The Theatre and Performance programme at University at Buffalo is a research-focused M.A. degree. This 30-credit course is designed for full-time study, typically completed in three semesters. It integrates scholarship with practice, preparing students for advanced doctoral research or professional roles in the arts.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,740/yr

Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama4,0(2)

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Design for Performance

Design for Performance at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama offers specialist tuition and opportunities to design performance environments, installations, characters and sets for a series of live public performances and immersive experiences.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$35,877/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Graduate Musical Theatre Writing

The Graduate Musical Theatre Writing program from New York University is more than a master’s degree; it’s a community of collaborators engaged in the ever-evolving process of creating new musical theatre.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$76,646/yr