
Overview
The Design - Theatre Technology program at University of South Dakota is a theoretical and practical course of study. The Department of Theatre recognizes that the designer and technician must seek to attain a broad knowledge of the theatre and its companion arts, a high level of analytical and communicative skills, an understanding of the design elements as they apply to live, three-dimensional performances revealed by light, a comprehensive understanding of art and theatrical design history, and the ability to communicate graphically. With major professor and graduate committee approval, candidates must select an area of emphasis and complete additional requirements for the emphasis area: Costume Design, Light and Sound Design, Scenic Design, or Technical Direction. Because specialization admissions are limited, each student receives a high level of individualized instruction, opportunities to design in the Arena season of plays, and, in most instances, the opportunity to design a mainstage production as part of the design candidate’s culminating project.
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the Graduate School, candidates for degrees must complete all specific program requirements as listed in the departmental Graduate Student Handbook and as indicated by the Graduate Advisory Committee. All candidates must pass a final written and/or oral examination as determined by the Graduate Advisory Committee. With major professor and graduate committee approval, candidates must elect an area of emphasis and must complete additional requirements for the emphasis area.
Write Your Next Scene at USD
With ties dating back to Ancient Greece, theatre has been a top art form for centuries. Today, it remains the innovative, crowd-pleasing type of entertainment as it was centuries ago. As a graduate-level theatre student at USD, you will hone and improve your skills at an in-depth level in the areas of directing or theatre design and technology with emphases in costume design, light and sound design, scenic design or technical direction. Gain a modern theatre education through intensive craft studies, close student-mentor relationships, supportive coursework and extensive production application in our newly renovated theatre facilities. The MFA at USD is ideal for those seeking careers in professional theatre or teaching in higher education.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Design/technical Theatre Studio
- Contemporary Drama And Theatre
- Graduate Studies In Theatre
- Script Analysis And Dramaturgy
- Scenic Design
- Costume Design
- Lighting Design
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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General requirements
- Application
- Official Proof of English Proficiency
- Official Transcripts - One official transcript (in English or with translation) verifying receipt of an undergraduate degree or equivalent degree from an institution with regional accreditation and previous graduate credit and degrees must accompany an application.
- Official Admission Test Scores
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- You will need to submit a resume with your application.
- Passport
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International
19620 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 654 USD per credit during 24 months. -
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19620 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 654 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
10200 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 340 USD per credit during 24 months.
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