Program Overview
The Theatre at University of South Carolina is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Columbia, 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
- Graduate Design Studio
- Stage Management
- Technical Drawing for the Theatre
- Advanced Voice Lab
- Advanced Costume Construction
- Theatrical Rigging and Mechanics
- Advanced Scene Painting for the Stage
- Advanced Costume Design
- Design Motifs
- Graduate Text Analysis
- Studies in Theatre History
- Staging in the Non-Traditional Theatre
- Performing in Period Plays
- Directoral Workshop
- Professional Costume Design Practices
- Professional Scene Design Practices
- Professional Stage Lighting Practices
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to complete the application you will need to gather several pieces of information including the following:
- A baccalaureate degree (or the international equivalent) from an accredited college or university
- Standardized Test scores (consult the program to which you are applying for particular test requirements)
- Official Transcripts
- Two or more letters of recommendation
- Application
- Application Fee $50
- English Proficiency Requirement
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Carolina 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 South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Columbia, United States
University of South Carolina is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
