About the course
Each student in the MA in Theatre Arts tailors their degree to their interests and goals. Our core courses provide surveys of theatre history, theatre theory, and dramatic literature. In addition, a wide range of electives are available in subjects including theatre for youth, creative drama, dramaturgy, directing, playwriting, and interdisciplinary work in film and media studies. Our MA program provides skills and concepts for dramaturgs and teaching artists, professional development for San Diego-area teachers, personal enrichment for members of the community, and preparation for further graduate study for students interested in continuing on to an MFA or a PhD program.
There are no emphases in the MA Program. Students take a range of courses, primarily academic. These academic courses broaden students? appreciation for and understanding of a range of ideas about theatre from around the world, past and present.
The MA in Theatre prepares students for further study in the field or a professional career in teaching. Students in the MA regularly work as dramaturgs on department productions, training in the art and practice of dramaturgy is provided in an MA seminar. Additionally, there are some teaching and teaching assistant opportunities, usually available to students in the second year. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$33,472
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Entry requirements for San Diego State University
Have earned an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution or one approved by a Ministry of Education. A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or about 80%) or higher is required to be considered for admission. TOEFL minimum score of 80 iBT/ 550 PBT, IELTS overall score of 6.5 or higher.
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0
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