Program Overview
The Theatre - History at University of Victoria British Columbia is a MA programme in Humanities 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 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 Theatre - History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada 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 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Victoria, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre - History 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
- Seminar in Theatre History
- Seminar in History and Criticism of Tragedy
- Seminar in History and Criticism of Comedy
- Seminar in European Theatre History
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants to other areas are invited to submit supplementary material of their work that they feel may enhance their application, including:
- digital recording of acting scene
- lesson plan for a workshop in applied theatre areas
- stage manager\'s prompt script
- photographs of sewing projects
- a directorial concept for a play they have either directed or would like to direct
- writing samples
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Victoria British Columbia 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 Victoria British Columbia
University of Victoria British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university located in the municipalities of Oak Bay and Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1903 as Victoria College, the...
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
