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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
Best countries to study drama
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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22,466 USD
Fee in university's local currency 30,480 CAD
- Start date
- May, July, September, January
Associate in drama
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Drama - AA Seattle Central College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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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
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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
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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
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9,655 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,655 USD
- Start date
- January, June, August
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
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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
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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
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8,410 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,410 CAD
- Start date
- September, January
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
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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
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18,976 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,050 GBP
- Start date
- February, January
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.
