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Drama degrees abroad

Drama is a broad field of academic study that explores the role, function, and operation of the theater across different cultures and time frames. It’s sometimes called theater studies or theater arts.

As a drama student, you’ll use theory and practice to explore how theater performances are shaped by social and historical contexts. You’ll study a range of texts, techniques, and traditions, helping you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the subject.

Every culture and society expresses itself differently through theater. By studying drama abroad, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation of how local culture and traditions influence the type and style of performances across the globe. Drawing on these new methods and techniques will mold you into an adaptive and well-rounded storyteller.

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Drama program structure

Students can study drama at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Undergraduate degrees are usually studied as a BA, but some institutions will offer a Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA). The difference between these degrees is minimal and they will both last between three or four years.

Once you’ve completed your BA, you can go on to study a master’s over one or two years. The most advanced level of study is a PhD, which typically takes around five years to complete.

Drama is a great joint-honors option. This means that it can be easily studied alongside another related subject, like English, creative writing, music, or film. A joint-honors degree can give you more freedom to tailor your program to your specific interests and strengths.

Drama programs are usually taught through a mixture of lectures, seminars, and practical workshops. You can expect to be assessed in a variety of ways including, written exams, essays, performances, presentations, and group projects.

On most drama programs, you’ll study a range of theoretical and practical modules. Although these will vary from university to university, here are some of the areas you can expect to study:

  • Theories and contexts of drama
  • Playwriting
  • Acting for stage
  • Theater skills
  • Stage and screen productions
  • Production design
  • Stage management
  • Reading and staging theater texts

Types of drama degrees

Drama study abroad programs

Drama undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in drama

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    Arts administration: Drama - BA Bishop's University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    19,905 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 27,006 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Drama with Irish - BA (Hons) Ulster University, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    19,972 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,840 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Drama - BA (Hons) Edge Hill University, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,446 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 12,250 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Drama and English Literature - BA (Hons) University of Greenwich, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,363 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,150 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Drama - BA/BA (Hons)/HBFA University of Saskatchewan, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    22,466 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 30,480 CAD

    Start date
    May, July, September, January
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Associate in drama

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    Drama - AA Seattle Central College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,687 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD

    Start date
    April, June, September, January
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    Drama Theater Arts - AA-T Diablo Valley College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,840 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,840 USD

    Start date
    August
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    Drama: Theatre Arts - AA-T Los Medanos College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    8,304 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 8,304 USD

    Start date
    August, January
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    Theatre/Drama - AA Elgin Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,655 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,655 USD

    Start date
    January, June, August
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Drama graduate programs

Master's in drama

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    Actors Studio Drama School: Acting, Directing and Playwriting - MFA Pace University, USA

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    44,714 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 44,714 USD

    Start date
    May, January
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    Drama - MFA University of Calgary, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    6,196 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 8,407 CAD

    Start date
    September
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    Drama - MA University of Alberta, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    8,410 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 11,410 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
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Certificate in drama

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    English with Drama and Media Studies - GradCert Ulster University, UK

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    19,972 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,840 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Secondary Drama - PGCert Bath Spa University, UK

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    18,976 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,050 GBP

    Start date
    February, January
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Future drama careers

A drama degree opens doors to various career paths. Your communication, teamwork, and presentation skills will be highly valued by a range of employers. You’ll graduate with the tools you need to excel in any of the following roles:

  • Actor
  • Director
  • Dramatherapist
  • Music, film or television journalist
  • Performing arts teacher
  • Theater stage manager
  • Community arts worker
  • Special effects technician

The world of performing arts is a famously competitive one, so it’s a good idea to gain more experience by joining your university’s drama society. Making use of any theater open days organized by your university, and securing some work experience with local companies, will also help you to stand out from the crowd.