Theatre Arts MFA: Performance Pedagogy
36 monthsProgramme duration
87,420 USDTuition Fee/year
Jan, May, AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Degree
MFA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The M.F.A. in Performance Pedagogy is a terminal degree focused on intensive training in the area of actor training, designed for individuals with a professional performance background who are interested in developing as teachers of acting. Students take courses in acting theory, pedagogy, directing, design, theatre history and dramatic literature in order to develop as teachers at the secondary and university levels. In addition to teaching classes in theatre and performance, students study directing and are required to direct a production for the thesis. Through mentoring by master teachers, the experience of teaching undergraduates under the guidance of an experienced teacher, and coursework in theatre history, dramatic literature, theatre theory, production, directing, design and theatre pedagogy the student learns how to be a teacher of theatre at the university and professional level.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Degree
MFA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The M.F.A. in Performance Pedagogy is a terminal degree focused on intensive training in the area of actor training, designed for individuals with a professional performance background who are interested in developing as teachers of acting. Students take courses in acting theory, pedagogy, directing, design, theatre history and dramatic literature in order to develop as teachers at the secondary and university levels. In addition to teaching classes in theatre and performance, students study directing and are required to direct a production for the thesis. Through mentoring by master teachers, the experience of teaching undergraduates under the guidance of an experienced teacher, and coursework in theatre history, dramatic literature, theatre theory, production, directing, design and theatre pedagogy the student learns how to be a teacher of theatre at the university and professional level.
Admission Requirements
7+
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3+
130+
- Bachelors degree from a 4-year university or college. A 3.0 G.P.A. or better is preferred. An undergraduate major in theatre arts or related discipline is expected but not required.
- One official copy of your college transcripts.
- TOEFL Score (for International Students) of 90 or better (with at least a score of 22 in all of the four sections of speaking, listening, reading and writing); or a minimum IELTS of 7.0 (with at least 6.5 in each of its four sections)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Current resume*
- A statement discussing why you are applying for the MFA Program in Pedagogy and what your goals are in regard to engaging in and completing this program.
- GRE scores are not required, but are strongly recommended.
3 Years
Jan
May
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
87,420 USD
International
87,420 USD
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