Theatre Design and Technology
Minnesota State University MankatoProgram Overview
The Theatre Design and Technology at Minnesota State University Mankato is a MFA programme in Arts & Design, 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 Design and Technology 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Mankato, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre Design and Technology 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 Dramaturgy
- Theatre Management
- Scene Design I
- Lighting Design I
- Project\nPracticum
- Costume Design I
- Costume Design II
- Costume History
- Drawing & Rendering
- Adv Design Lab (Sound Des I)
- Ind.\nStudy (Advanced Makeup)
- Theatre History I, II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The MA in Theatre Arts is available for students who have an\nundergraduate major or minor in theatre or its equivalent.
Thirty\ncredits of graduate level work is required to complete the Master of\nArts degree. Fifty percent of these hours must be at the 600 level.
In\naddition to Theatre Research, specific plans of study are to be devised\nwith the concurrence of the student\'s advisor. No P/N grades are\nacceptable in fulfilling major requirements.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 396 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Minnesota State University Mankato 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 Minnesota State University Mankato
Minnesota State University Mankato
Mankato, United States
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a public university in Mankato, Minnesota, United States. It is Minnesota's second-largest university, and has over 145,000 living alumni worldwide. Founded...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
