Program Overview
The Theatre Practice at University of Alberta is a Master 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 Practice 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre Practice 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
- Participation in existing graduate courses in Drama and other areas and one-on-one mentoring from faculty advisors who are working artists and scholars in an area related to the students sub-specialty
- A two-year residency that culminates in the presentation of a creative performative thesis project, supplemented by a written document
- new play dramaturgy
- production dramaturgy
- performer-created theatre
- community-based theatre
- physical theatre
- technical theatre
- playwriting
- acting pedagogy
- theatre translation
- production management
- devised theatre
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Successful applicants have an established background in their area of study, and are seeking enhancement of technical skills, artistic creativity and research methodology. Candidates are evaluated by assessing the quality and contribution of their creative work in performance, their academic accomplishment in relevant courses, and the availability of faculty members with research interests in the applicant\'s area of study.
Please note: Due to limited rehearsal and performance space in the department, candidates may at times be required to access resources outside of the university.
Application materials include:
Official transcripts from all universities attended
3 letters of recommendation
Resume, including artistic and/or critical research, performances, workshops and publications
Letter of intent/thesis proposal articulating the reason you want to pursue a professional graduate degree--include a brief statement of your ambitions, skills, experiences and interests
Portfolio or samples of commentary on your work in the theatre
Supporting documentation that confirms your expertise in your area, such as a script, commentary, production plan, audition tape (see comment below), portfolio, writing sample, or other form of documentation that demonstrates your ability to handle an advanced program in your area.
TOEFL or IELTS score, if applicable.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alberta 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 Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
