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.
The program normally consists of 2-year and can be completed in a 1-year if students fulfill all qualifications need.
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.

Event	Application Date
Application Deadline For Winter Intake	~~Jan 31, 2024~~

Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹467008 (CAD 7606)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	₹663120 (CAD 10800)
Food	₹165780 (CAD 2700)
Total Cost	₹962138 (CAD 15670)
Health Insurance	₹59558 (CAD 970)
Books and supply	₹73680 (CAD 1200)

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 updated

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
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
UAlberta Master's Entrance Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES)	Scholarship per student₹ 5.1 L/Yr$8,312	Level Of StudyDoctorate	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Gyandhan Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 75,031/Yr$1,222	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeCompany-Sponsored	View Details
Debesh Kamal Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 85,039/Yr$1,385	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details