207 Master's in Drama in Europe

In this Theatre in Social, Participatory Art, Community and Educational programme at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, you will study in Norway, Ireland and Romania, meeting students from all around the world. 

An interdisciplinary and collaborative programme that embraces experimentation while preparing you for the future of performance. Choose your specialist pathway to develop a deeper understanding of your area of interest.

The Birkbeck, University of London offers an M.A. in Text and Performance, designed for aspiring theatre professionals. This one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme provides a unique opportunity to specialise in areas such as Dramaturgy, Writing for Performance, or Theatre Making, all while studying on campus.

The Acting - Classical course at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama draws on the hugely influential theories and techniques for training the expressive body, voice and imagination. Working with some of the greatest dramatic texts ever written, you are asked to consider what they mean now, and how their 21st century reinterpretation and re-imagining still holds a ‘mirror up to nature.

This Applied Theatre and Social Change MA course from University of Leeds is centred on the belief that applied theatre has the ability to create individual, community and social change.

The Drama course from University of South Wales has a high level of practical exploration, under-pinned by critical reflection, with excellent support and supervision. 

The PGCE Secondary (Drama) programme at Lincoln Bishop University prepares you to teach Drama in either the 11 to 16 (with post-16 enhancement) or 14-19 age phases.  

The Performance - Writing programme at University of the Arts London (UAL) is a postgraduate course designed for ambitious writers. This full-time master's degree focuses on developing original voices for the stage and screen. Students engage in intensive creative practice within a world-renowned artistic organisation.

The English, Drama and Film programme is offered at University College Dublin. With over 160 years of tradition, UCD has been a major contributor to the making of modern Ireland; leading and shaping the development of this nation since its foundation in 1854.

The research programmes at Anglia Ruskin University will allow you to join one of the research projects or explore your own interests in Dramatherapy, supported by the expertise of the staff.

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.

The Dramaturgy MA at Leeds Conservatoire is a one-year, full-time postgraduate programme designed for aspiring theatre-makers. This professional course focuses on new work development and narrative craft. Delivered in a public study mode, it equips students with the creative skills needed to excel in the contemporary theatre industry.

The Musical Theatre Company MA at Leeds Conservatoire is an intensive one-year, full-time programme designed for elite performers. This professional course focuses on collaborative creation and rigorous technical training in dance, voice, and acting, preparing students for the global stage through public performances.

The Master of Arts in Arts and Engagement (Hons) at Munster Technological University is a part-time programme spanning two years. This course enables participants to delve into the intersection of arts and community engagement, fostering skills that can be applied across various contexts.

The MFA in Acting at Birmingham City University is a full-time programme designed for graduates aiming to enhance their acting skills and prepare for a professional career in the performing arts. This intensive two-year course begins in September 2026 and focuses on practice-based learning to develop both intellectual and physical capabilities essential for actors.

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.

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.

In the part-time, fully-online Film Practice programme from Arts University Bournemouth  you’ll discover how to create daring, forward-thinking projects that capture your creative vision. 

The Puppetry programme at the University of the Arts London (UAL) explores and develops the art forms needed for the creation of puppetry. 

The Master's programme Choreography and Performance at Justus Liebig University Giessen is a consecutive programme based on relevant Bachelor's degrees in theatre studies.