About the course

The Master of Arts (MA) degree in theatre is designed for students seeking preparation for a Ph.D. or MFA degree, as well as for experienced and certified secondary-school- or community-college-level teachers who wish to complete intensive academic coursework in theatre.

　　Students take core courses in performance theory, dramaturgy and performance analysis, literature and/or history and specialize in a research area of their choosing ? this research can be in the form of a tradition written thesis, or a combination of performance practice as research and a shorter written thesis. Students also have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of courses offered within the School of Theatre and Dance, the college of Visual and performance arts or across the university, chosen in consultation with their academic supervisor. Examples of these include courses in film, creative writing, stage design and technology, education, etc. Students thereby can design their masters in theatre arts program to meet their research and learning needs, and their experience. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (August), 2024	Missoula
Autumn (August), 2025	Missoula

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Montana

Request that official transcripts be sent to the School of Theatre & Dance from all colleges and universities you have attended (excluding University of Montana - unofficial transcript from UM accepted). Transcripts may also be transmitted electronically through the National Student Clearinghouse.

　　Applicants scoring higher than 550 on the TOEFL PBT (the TOEFL PBT is no longer administered as of October 2017), the replacement TOEFL-Paper Delivered Test will be accepted in place of the PBT, 80 on the TOEFL IBT or 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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