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MA/MS in Drama - MFA - Thesis

University of Calgary

Calgary, Alberta, Canada•QS 2027 #249

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MA/MS in Drama - MFA - Thesis at University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada is a master's degree in Performing Arts programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Performing Arts
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: grad.ucalgary.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Fine Arts in Drama is a thesis-based program in which students pursue research questions and creative development with artistic and social impact, working across drama and related disciplines. Coursework includes core theatre research and interdisciplinary process courses plus electives in drama and related fields. The thesis, an Interdisciplinary Creation and Research project, comprises a creative process, its documentation, and a written reflection. The program runs full-time over two years, with a four-year maximum completion window, and is delivered on-campus at the School of Creative and Performing Arts' theatre spaces. Admission requires a baccalaureate degree with a major emphasis in drama, two reference letters, and, for the Interdisciplinary Creation and Research specialization, a portfolio and writing sample. Applicants whose primary language is not English must meet the university's English language proficiency requirement.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale over the past two years of full-time study, and a baccalaureate degree with a major emphasis in the study of drama. Two reference letters are required. Applicants to the Interdisciplinary Creation and Research specialization must also submit a portfolio and writing sample. Non-native English speakers may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in different ways as described in the Academic Calendar.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About University of Calgary

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1966
Students: 38,000
QS rank: #249
Programs: 282
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Drama - MFA - Thesis award?

University of Calgary awards a Master's Degree in the field of Performing Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Drama - MFA - Thesis take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Can MA/MS in Drama - MFA - Thesis be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Calgary.

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