Overview

The academic DNA of our Master's students preferably consists of reflexivity, curiosity, open-mindedness, commitment, initiative and affinity with writing.

The first semester brings you up to date with the latest trends and topics, the second semester is for individual specialisation. The unique characteristic of the programme in Utrecht is the focus on contemporary, hybrid practices and the possibility to focus on dance and dance dramaturgy.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy programme at Utrecht University are acquainted with the latest developments in the theory and practice of contemporary theatre and dance.

They are able to contextualise these developments, reflect critically on them, and make this reflection productive for diverse theoretical, practical, educational, and critical ends. Alumni of the programme have gone on to work as:

theatre or dance dramaturge

theatre or dance critic

dramaturgy instructor

researcher

public officials for cultural affairs

employees at training centres for the arts

director of cultural programs on radio, television or internet platforms

curators, organisers and programmers of theatre or dance festivals

public relations or education employee with theatre or dance companies or performing arts houses

Many of our international students use their knowledge and skills to become a dramaturge, writer, artistic advisor, or organizer of performance events in their homeland, or to start up platforms for the exchange of artistic knowledge.

Accreditation

Accredited by the NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories and Concepts of Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy

Contemporary Performance: Mapping the Field

Performance Research Lab: Act

Internship Ma Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy

Master Thesis Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Liberal Arts Drama View 38 other Masters in Liberal Arts in Netherlands

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

This is a selective Master's. You will be considered for admission to the Master's programme Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy if you have a Bachelor’s diploma from a Dutch university or foreign equivalent (research university degree) and can demonstrate the following knowledge, insight and skills:
You are able to reflect on and query the functioning of theatre, dance and/or performance in contemporary culture, as demonstrated by your motivation letter and a writing sample (in English).
You have knowledge of and insight in theatre, dance and/or performance theory, history and/or dramaturgy, as shown by having taken at least 30 EC worth of courses in this field on Bachelor's level, 15 EC of which should be at advanced Bachelor's level (practical training not included), or an equivalent of this.
Motivation and talent (also on the basis of GPA and study progress monitoring).

Tuition Fee

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International

18332 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18332 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

2314 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Utrecht

900 - 1450 EUR /month

Living costs

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