MFA Theatre Arts at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The three-year, performance-oriented, terminal MFA degree specializes in design and technical production. All areas of design are studied to increase understanding in specialization areas, and technology is studied as an essential part of design. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in at least two areas of any combination of design and technology (scenery/properties, costuming, lighting, sound) and a level of expertise in at least one of these areas.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 3 years / Plan C 60 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Foundational Courses, Design Courses, Electives, Professional Development Courses, Internship, History of Literature within the Field, MFA Creative Thesis, Outside Courses. Major field courses offered on both the A-F and S/N grade basis must be taken A-F.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. Portfolio review by the Theatre Arts design/technology faculty Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 3 years / Plan C 60 credits

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