Program Overview
The Theatre Arts at University of California Santa Cruz is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 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 Theatre Arts 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Santa Cruz, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre Arts 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
- Text Analysis.
- Performance Histories.
- Performance Analysis.
- Field Study.
- Teaching-Related Independent Study.
- Performance Research Project
- Group Critique.
- Independent Study.
- Independent Study/Graduate
- Capstone Thesis.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- The application consists of an online application, a statement of purpose, a personal history statement, and 3 letters of recommendation. Applicants will be asked to specify a subfield of interest for a potential capstone project (Directing, Performance, Design, Technical Theater and Stage Management, Dramaturgy, or Dramatic Literature). From this selection, applicants will be asked to upload a digital portfolio, video reel, or writing sample based on that subfield specification. Applicants must also submit an official transcript from their undergraduate school(s). All materials must be submitted online.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Santa Cruz 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, Santa Cruz
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, United States
public University of California campus in Santa Cruz
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
