Program Overview
The Writing for the Screen and Stage at Northwestern University is a Master programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Writing for the Screen and Stage 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 7
- Tuition: USD 45,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Evanston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Writing for the Screen and Stage programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Writing for the Screen and Stage
- Writing the Short Play
- Writing the TV Episode
- Feature Thesis
- Writing Action
- Writing Character
- Presentational Aesthetics: Adapting Short Stories For Performance
- Writing the Non-Traditional/Innovative Form
- Writing the Interactive Narrative
- Writing the Production-Ready Short Film
- Writing the TV Pilot
- Writing Improv (Second City, etc.)
- Writing Romantic Comedy
- Writing the Horror Screenplay
- Writing the Thriller
- Writing the Psychotic/Unraveling Film
- Directing for Writing, Writing for Directing
- Acting for Writing, Writing for Acting
- The Art, Business, and Ethics of Script Doctoring
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission decision will be based on your previous academic performance, GRE scores (general exam is required, at least 2 letters of recommendation, and the statement of purpose.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 45,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 45,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northwestern University 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 Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months