Performing Arts as Critical Practice - Master's Programme (English Taught) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Lund University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

Applications for this programme are currently closed

You will find information about future application opportunities here.


This programme
is designed for you who are an artist within theatre, dance, or performance. Further, for you who want to embark on a research-led study and situate your practices within the social, political and economic conditions of the contemporary world. In the first year, you explore your own artistic interests through workshops, seminars, studio practice and peer learning, while engaging with artistic and research methods, theory, reflection, writing, and fieldwork.


The second year focuses on an independent final project, developed in collaboration with one or more partner organizations outside the academy. You will document your work in a digital notebook and write your MA thesis. Through the programme, you build skills in critical and ethical performance practice, reflection and collaboration, preparing you for a professional career in the performing arts. 


Partner organisations  

Characteristic of socially engaged art is to clearly identify who the artist wishes to address and how they wish to engage with them. The programme focuses on creating relationships and building alliances with relevant art organisations and institutions in the region and internationally.  

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

Applications for this programme are currently closed

You will find information about future application opportunities here.


This programme
is designed for you who are an artist within theatre, dance, or performance. Further, for you who want to embark on a research-led study and situate your practices within the social, political and economic conditions of the contemporary world. In the first year, you explore your own artistic interests through workshops, seminars, studio practice and peer learning, while engaging with artistic and research methods, theory, reflection, writing, and fieldwork.


The second year focuses on an independent final project, developed in collaboration with one or more partner organizations outside the academy. You will document your work in a digital notebook and write your MA thesis. Through the programme, you build skills in critical and ethical performance practice, reflection and collaboration, preparing you for a professional career in the performing arts. 


Partner organisations  

Characteristic of socially engaged art is to clearly identify who the artist wishes to address and how they wish to engage with them. The programme focuses on creating relationships and building alliances with relevant art organisations and institutions in the region and internationally.  

Admission Requirements

180+
6.5+
4.5+
62+
Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts (180 credits) or equivalent, and English course 6 (advanced proficiency).

2 Years

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

International
400,000 SEK

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