Program Overview
The Directing at Boston University is a Master programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Directing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Directing programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Direction of one to three productions each year plus additional scene work.
- Preparation and rehearsal of a fully mounted thesis production in the final semester.
- Opportunity to observe and assist the directors of Huntington Theatre Company and other Professional Theatre Initiative (PTI) productions.
- Internships in the Huntington Theatre Company\x92s artistic, literary, and education departments.
- Summer internships with leading regional theatres and PTI affiliates.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The Common Application
- High School Transcript
- Senior Year Grades
- Guidance Counselor Recommendation and School Report Form
- Teacher Evaluation
- Standardized Tests
- Portfolios, Auditions and Interviews
- English Proficiency
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
Boston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 36 months