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Applied Theatre: Theatre as Social Work (M.A.) at University of Bayreuth

University of Bayreuth, Germany

Programme overview

Joint programme of social work at Coburg University of Applied Sciences and theatre studies and theatre didactics at Bayreuth, so students study at two locations. A team project and a supervised artistic project of the last two semesters are complemented by targeted experience in cultural management.

Faculty: Faculty of Languages and Literature  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bayreuth, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The master's thesis is written in the fourth semester, usually closely related to the artistic project of the previous two semesters, supported by a colloquium.

Career pathways

Employers include theatres and other cultural institutions such as museums, social organisations, municipalities and cities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requires passing the aptitude procedure (assessment of qualifications and an aptitude interview). Application before the bachelor's certificate is possible with at least 130 credits; no admission with conditions. German B2 required.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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