$10,479 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] Directing
- The University of Alberta offers a Master of Fine Arts in Directing program for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
- This is a professionally-oriented program which offers 6 directing exercises in various theatres, including 3 full-length productions.
- In this program students will learn:
- Directing essentials
- Directing various kinds of texts and theatrical styles
- Working with designers and other members of the collaborative team
- Working in various staging configurations
- Rehearsal process tools
- Leadership
- Collaboration skills
- Orientation to the professional landscape
- It provides more directing opportunities than most other programs such as primarily a series of workshops and directing experiences.
- This program also provides 4 specialist directing seminars plus the thesis production and process.
- Successful students are creative artists who aim to extend their knowledge and enhance their approaches to theatrical interpretation and creation.
- 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.
- Drama 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 for Master of Fine Arts in Directing are Film Director, Art Director, etc and the average salary goes up to 40,750 USD after completing this program.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $10479 | $10479 |
| Total Fees | $10479 | $10479 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 61 | 90 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 125 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have a four-year undergraduate degree or the equivalent from a recognized university.
- The cumulative weighted average GPA of 3.30/4.0 (B+ Grade) is required.
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.
- Completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- 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.