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Music, Theatre and Performance Studies Master Degree

University of Groningen Netherlands

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Acting - Foundation (Musical Theatre) Cert HE

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) United Kingdom

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Theatre Making MA

University of Kent United Kingdom

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Applied Theatre and Social Change MA

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, University of Leeds United Kingdom

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Advanced Theatre Practice MA, MFA

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama United Kingdom

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Applied Theatre and Education MA

University of Derby United Kingdom

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Applied Theatre and Intervention MA

University of Leeds United Kingdom

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Theatre Practice MA

University of Exeter United Kingdom

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Theatre Arts MA MA

Middlesex University United Kingdom

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Musical Theatre MA

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) United Kingdom

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Theatre PhD

Brunel University London United Kingdom

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Masters in Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy Master

University College Utrecht (UCU) Netherlands

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Theatre Making MA

University of Hull United Kingdom

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Performance: Theatre or Theatre Collectives MA

University of Chichester United Kingdom

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Study a Theatre Masters abroad in 2025

Theatre as a degree focuses on the study and practice of the performing arts, encompassing various aspects of theatre production, acting, directing, stage management, and theatre history. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the theatrical arts and fosters creative expression and storytelling through live performances.

Studying Theatre nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. It provides a platform for self-expression and encourages students to engage with diverse narratives and perspectives. Graduates often find fulfilment in bringing stories to life, inspiring audiences, and contributing to the vibrant world of performing arts. A degree in Theatre opens doors to various opportunities in both the artistic and management aspects of the entertainment industry, allowing individuals to pursue their passion for theatre and contribute to the cultural richness of society.

Graduates of a master's degree in Theatre will have advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen area of specialisation within the theatrical arts. This degree is suitable for those seeking to deepen their expertise in acting, directing, playwriting, or other specific aspects of theatre.

Your master's degree program will focus on honing your artistic abilities and may include opportunities for practical collaboration with industry professionals or research projects in theatre studies. Modules you study could include:

  • Advanced Acting Techniques
  • Contemporary Theater Practices
  • Theatre and Social Change
  • Theatrical Research and Analysis
  • The Business of Theater

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