Program Overview
The Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism at Yale University is a MA 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 Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism 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
- Tuition: USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New Haven, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism 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
- Survey of Theater and Drama
- The Collaborative Process
- New Play Lab
- Models of Dramaturgy
- Editing and Publishing Workshop
- Writing for the Ensemble
- Criticism Workshop
- Translation
- Theory: Drama and Performance
- Literary Office Practicum
- Dramaturgy Practicum
- Criticism Workshop
- Adaptation
- Translation
- Theory: Drama and Performance
- Literary Office Practicum
- Dramaturgy Practicum
- Research Methodologies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
(1) A personal statement (not more than 1000 words). Please tell us what your professional goals are and why you\xc2\x92re applying to this program (as opposed to other disciplines and degrees). How have your experiences in the field led you to consider an MFA in Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism? You should also identify your particular areas of interest in contemporary theater and critical influences on your work to date.
(2) Two samples of your original critical writing, uploaded digitally through the online application process. (No fiction, poetry, plays, translations or dramaturgy portfolios will be accepted.) Samples should demonstrate your capacity for cogent, engaging analysis of theater.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Yale 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 Yale University
Yale University
New Haven, United States
Yale 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- Language English
- Duration 36 months
