Overview
Students enrolled in the Theatre program of Villanova University undergo a two-pronged course of study that combines scholarly and practical approaches to theatre and works toward a thesis defense in the second year.
The M.A. degree provides crucial tools for the developing theatre practitioner, performer, educator, or scholar.
Coursework
The Graduate Theatre program at Villanova offers a distinct fusion of both academic work and practical experience.
As a student, you will have the opportunity to expand your mind through rigorous academic courses, covering topics such as theatre history, dramaturgy, dramatic literature, theatre criticism and script analysis. In addition to these academic courses, Villanova also offers a number of performance-centered classes in acting, characterization, directing, musical theatre, playwriting and more.
Full-time students take three classes a semester and finish in two years, but it's possible to take classes part-time as well. Semesters are comprised of required coursework and electives of your choosing. You can find more information about courses here.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Acting
- Script Analysis
- Dramaturgy - Classic
- Dramaturgy - Modern
- Vision and Form - Classic
- Vision and Form - Modern
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Theatre & Dance View 291 other Masters in Theatre & Dance in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. —
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
- You must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Graduate Student Application (electronic)
- Resume/CV
- Headshot (professional preferred)
- Writing sample
- Statement of Goals
- 3 recommendations (submitted electronically)
- Unofficial transcripts
Tuition Fee
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International
770 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 770 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months. -
National
770 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 770 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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