Program Overview
The Dramaturgy at Columbia 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 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 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dramaturgy 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
- Dramaturgy;
- Critical Writing for the Theatre;
- Fundamentals of Directing;
- Models of Dramatic Structure;
- Development Process;
- Playwright-Dramaturg Workshop;
- Collaboration;
- History and Theory of Theatre;
- History and Theory of Design;
- Theory of Comedy;
- Fundamentals of Playwriting;
- Storytelling and Drama;
- 20th Century Theatre;
- Planning a Theatrical Season;
- Directing III; Shakespeare for Dramaturgs;
- Dramaturgy Practicum.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Brief autobiography:\xc2\xa0Approximately 500 words summarizing the applicant\'s life and theatrical experience.
- Statement of theatrical and personal objectives:\xc2\xa0Approximately 500 words indicating theatrical figures and/or principles that inspire the applicant.
- Current theatrical resume
- Two writing samples on theatrical topics with a minimum of 5 pages each. One of the two pieces MUST be a critical/academic piece. The other may be a translation in English from any language, a more personal essay, review, article, or more creative piece of writing.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Columbia 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 Columbia University
Columbia University
New York, United States
Columbia 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- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
