Program Overview
The Theatre at University of North Dakota is a MA 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 842 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 352 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Grand Forks, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre 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
- Introduction to Research in Theatre Arts
- Seminars in Theatre Arts
- Dramatic Theory and Criticism
- Period and Style in Dramatic Production
- Graduate Cooperative Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 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).
- A four-year bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a recognized college or university.
- Twenty-three credits of undergraduate coursework in theatre, drama, or a related discipline.
- A cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.75 for all undergraduate work or a GPA of at least 3.0 for the junior and senior years of undergraduate work (based on A= 4.00).
- Satisfy the School of Graduate Studies\xc2\x92 English Language Proficiency requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 842 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 352 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 842 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 352 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, United States
University of North Dakota is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English