Overview

The Dramatic Arts programme at the University of Lethbridge provides an intensive environment for graduate students to explore contemporary theatre production and interdisciplinary performance. This Master of Fine Arts degree is designed to foster innovation through a blend of academic study and practical application. Students benefit from a vibrant community of scholars and artists dedicated to creative excellence.

Why Dramatic Arts at the University of Lethbridge?

The University of Lethbridge offers an exceptional creative environment within the Centre for the Arts. Students have access to professional-grade facilities, including a 450-seat proscenium theatre and the multi-configurable David Spinks black box theatre. The department provides specialised scenic, lighting, and costume design studios, alongside dedicated properties shops and sound recording facilities. This infrastructure supports a robust season of mainstage and student-run productions, allowing students to contribute to the regional cultural landscape while working alongside nationally renowned faculty.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 5221 per semester
National fee: CAD 2024 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Graduate Studio
Information Literacy for the Fine Arts
Graduate Theatre Studies
Theories of Theatre
Movement, Voice, and Physical Theatre
Stage Design, Lighting, and Technical Production
Theatre Theory and Critical Studies

Careers with Dramatic Arts

Graduates are prepared for diverse professional roles within the global performing arts industry. The programme’s focus on design, performance, and technical production equips students for careers as professional directors, scenographers, and technical directors. Additionally, the rigorous academic component provides a foundation for those pursuing roles in theatre history, theory, or playwriting. The expertise gained in the University of Lethbridge studios ensures that alumni are ready to lead innovative artistic projects and contribute to professional theatre organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design
Performance
Technical Production
Playwriting
Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lethbridge, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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120

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants normally must meet the following requirements:

Hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline
Have a minimum grade point average of 3.00
Demonstrate English language proficiency (ELP) for graduate student
Secure a potential supervisor (except for Economics major)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10442 CAD / year

≈ 10442 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4048 CAD / year

≈ 4048 CAD / year

Additional Details

Fourth term:

Domestic: $595/semester
International: $1492/semester

Living costs

Lethbridge

Canada

1200 - 1800 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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