Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] (Theatre Design)
2 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
7,606/Yr
7,606 /Yr
Offered By:
- Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Design at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is an intensive studio design course consists of numerous studio and practical opportunities to develop and refine student's skills in lighting, costume, and set design.
- Students get the opportunity to do some specific courses in Costume, Lighting, and Scenic Painting Techniques.
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- In this program, students learn about:
- how to be a professional theatre designer
- drawing and painting techniques
- graphic presentation skills
- artistic collaboration and communication
- time management
- portfolio development and presentation
- Individualized interaction with faculty theatre design specialists, and a highly experienced team of production technicians, wardrobe staff, and administrators.
- MFA students at design lights, sets, or costumes for 3 productions of varying style and scale, and they are responsible for the total production design of a UofA Studio Theatre main stage production as their thesis project.
- University provides small class sizes allow for maximum contact between students and professors and encourage collaboration between students.
- There are 20 full-time faculty experts with eminent professional theatre credentials and research records.
- The graduate students are encouraged to apply for and are assisted in nominations for general awards, including the SSHRC Awards, FGSR Travel Awards, and others.
- The department also provides different types of facilities like a highly experienced team of theatre, administrators, and production technicians.
- Job opportunities after MFA in Theatre Design are Actor, Choreographer, Dancer, etc and the average salary goes up to 42,010 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 7606 |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | 10800 |
| Food | 2700 |
| Health Insurance | 970 |
| Books and supply | 1200 |
| Total Cost | 15670 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 13927 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students are required to have completed an undergraduate degree from a recognized University and are seeking to further develop and refine their theatre design skills.
- Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B Grade) on the University of Alberta's 4-point scale based on the recent two years of full-time study.
Work Experience:
Students must have professional design experience and a resume of related theatre experience.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
- Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
- Students in CBSE or CISCE schools need to present a 75%+ score on their final Class XII exams.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
90 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
61 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
310 / 340
Avg. Score in
GRE
125 / 160
Avg. Score in
Duolingo
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit a copy of their original official transcripts.
- Reference letters: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- Three Letters of Reference: The online application system will notify the references and allow the student to upload their letters. Letters can be academic or business references.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
- Students hold a portfolio containing examples of freehand drawing, and any other artwork that students may have done.
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Career and Placement after Course
Following are the job opportunities for the students are:
- Actor
- Community arts worker
- Choreographer
- Dancer
- Dramatherapist
- Music producer
- Music therapist
- Theatre director
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAlberta Master's Entrance Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES) | Scholarship per student 8,312/Yr$8,312 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student 8,459/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Scholarship per student 10,000/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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