Program Overview
The Dramatic Art at University of California Davis is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 arts & design. 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 Dramatic Art 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Davis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dramatic Art programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Scoring and Scripting in Performance
- Performance: Concepts of Space, Place and Time
- Approaches to Collaboration
- Performing Identities/Personae
- Composition in the Arts
- Visual Language in Performance
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- An undergraduate degree in Dramatic Art or Theatre or a related field relevant to the\ndiscipline.\xc2\xa0
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A statement of purpose.\xc2\xa0
- Three letters of recommendation.\xc2\xa0
- Demonstrated skill in one or more fields relevant to Theatre, Dance and Performance,\nsuch as Acting, Choreography, Design, or Directing.\xc2\xa0
- GRE scores are NOT required.\xc2\xa0
- A portfolio and/or DVD or videotape material.\nRecorded materials should include two clips of work from different productions, each three-tofive\nminutes long.\xc2\xa0
- A written paper (c. 1000 words)\ncontextualizing area of professional interest, an understanding of \xc2\x91interdisciplinary\xc2\x92, creative\ngoals, integration of practice and research, and reasons for studying at UCD.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Davis 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 University of California, Davis
University of California, Davis
Davis, United States
University of California, Davis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-09-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months