Program Overview
The Theatre and Dance at Wayne State University is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 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 and Dance 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Detroit, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre and Dance 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
- Theatre Management
- Acting
- Scenic Design
- Lighting Design
- Stage Management
- Costume Design
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 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).
- Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. institution or a degree equivalent to a four-year U.S. baccalaureate degree from a college or university of government-recognized standing.
- For regular admission consideration, masters degree applicants should have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or its equivalent in upper division coursework. Doctoral applicants should have a minimum of 3.0.
- English proficiency minimum requirements set by the program supersede those set by the Graduate School.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wayne State 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 Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
American public research university located in Detroit, Michigan
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date May, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
