Program Overview
The Theatre at Victoria University of Wellington is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 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 New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 33,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,851 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Wellington, New Zealand
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
- Space, Light and Body
- Dramaturgies of the West
- Scenography
- Conventions of Drama and Theatre
- Scriptwriting
- Drama and Theatre in Aotearoa
- Directing
- Advanced Directing
- Playwriting
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Graduation certificates and full academic transcripts for\nall tertiary studies.
- Two Academic References.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Research proposal for thesis programme.
- IELTS and TOEFL as mentioned below and PTE (Pearson Test of\nEnglish) \xc2\x96 score 65
- In general, for applicants who have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree\ngraded in a GPA system, the GPA should be at least 3.0 out of 4.0.
- For some programmes, evidence of relevant work/ research may\nbe necessary.
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,851 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,851 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Victoria University of Wellington 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 Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Victoria University of Wellington is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-03-05
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
