Graduate School of Humanities | Master's 2016 - 2017

Arts and Culture: Theatre Studies

Aspects of theatre and performance are omnipresent in today's global community. It is

therefore important to study theatre in the broadest sense of the word, not only as part of
the national (Dutch) culture but also as a cultural phenomenon currently undergoing a
process of globalisation. The Master's programme Theatre Studies at the University of
Amsterdam provides a wide range of opportunities for acquiring insight into processes of
theatrical creation and perception, as well as aspects of theatricality both within and across
cultures. The courses are organised around five themes: theatre and history, theatre and
society, performance and theatre analysis, theories of theatre, and performance and
performativity.
Degree certificate
Theatre Studies is an accredited degree programme of Arts and Culture. After successful
completion of this programme, you will receive a legally accredited Masters degree in Arts
and Culture and the title Master of Arts (MA).

Title
Master of Arts

CROHO-code
60087

Mode and duration

full-time 1 year

Tuition fee
1,951 (EEA*/1st study)
10,500 (non-EEA/2nd study)

Credits
60 ECTS
Language of instruction
English

Deadlines for application

See: www.gsh.uva.nl
* EEA = EU + Switzrland, Liechtenstein, Norway and
Iceland. Tariffs apply to 2015-2016, changes in fees are

Starts in
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Curriculum
The Master's programme Theatre Studies comprises 60 ECTS credits:
42 credits for core courses and electives,
18 credits for a Master's thesis.
The courses are organised around five themes: Theatre and History, Theatre and Society,
Performance and Theatre Analysis, Theories of Theatre, and Performance and Performativity.

Admission
Entry requirements
The Masters in Theatre Studies is open for application to all students with a Bachelors
diploma from the UvA, or a recognised equivalent from another accredited university in:
Theatre Studies
Cultural Studies*
Art History*
Musicology*
Media and Culture*
Cultural Information Science*
The Humanities*
* Only, however, if a prospective student followed a Minor in Theatre Studies worth 30 ECTS
credits (to be judged by the Examinations Board).
Pre-Master's programme
Students with a higher professional education (HBO) qualification in the field of Theatre,
such as a Drama Teacher or Directing qualification, are eligible for the selection procedure for
the Theatre Studies Master's programme. They should preferably take a minor in Theatre
Studies (24 ECTS) over the course of their undergraduate degree programme with an applied
emphasis, followed by a pre-Master's programme (30 ECTS).
Minimum Language requirements
IELTS academic:
TOEFL iBT:
Cambridge Advanced English:
Cambridge Proficiency in English:

7.0 overall and 7.0 for all components

100 overall, min. 22 for all components
A
B (C, if test was taken in 2015)

Career prospects
Graduates of the Master's in Theatre Studies are qualified to pursue a career in diverse areas,
including theatre or theatre criticism, government institutions, cultural organisations and
international festival organisations. Research has shown that most graduates find a job
within their field of study. Many students become closely associated with the theatre world
during their studies, thus acquiring experience and connections that may subsequently help
them find a job.
More information
Prospective Master's students:
www.uva.nl/master > Arts and Culture: Theatre Studies
Current students
www.student.uva.nl/mts

Graduate School of Humanities | Master's 2016 - 2017