Overview
Why choose this course
Uncover more about who you are – discover who you could become.
Ideal for those in full-time employment, our MA Theatre course from the Guildford School of Acting (GSA) provides a gateway to an exciting future without the need for regular attendance on campus.
GSA is accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools (FDS), and you’ll have unlimited access to our virtual learning environment where you’ll be supported by industry-leading professionals and passionate academics.
Furthering your skills, the MA Theatre course at the University of Surrey will take you deeper into relevant concepts and the fascinating history of theatre from both a practical and critical perspective.
What you will study
You’ll actively engage with relevant concepts and explore the rich heritage of theatre from a critical and theoretical perspective. You’ll gain an understanding of theatrical practices and develop your ability to evaluate significant historical, political, social and ethical developments in theatre.
Our broad range of modules incorporates relevant topics such as Theories of Performance, The Greeks, Contemporary Theatre Making, Political Theatre, Shakespeare in Performance, and Musical Theatre. You’ll also complete an independent research project that will allow you to specialise in an area of particular interest to you.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The greeks
- Theories of Performance
- Naturalism and the Actor
- Shakespeare in performance
- Global persectives
- Political Theatre
- Musical theatre
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Visual Arts Theatre & Dance View 40 other Masters in Visual Arts in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in a relevant subject, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must have previous engagement with drama, theatre and performance to apply.
Tuition Fee
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International
11000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11000 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
5500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5500 GBP per year during 24 months.
Funding
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