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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.
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
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Drama study abroad programs
Drama undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in drama
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Drama - BA (Hons) Ulster University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,155 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,360 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Education Secondary and Drama - BA (Hons) Bath Spa University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,854 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,300 GBP
- Start date
- January
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Drama - BA (Hons) University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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20,652 USD
Fee in university's local currency 36,086 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Drama - BA University of South Alabama, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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19,739 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,740 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Drama - BSc College of Staten Island, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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18,600 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,600 USD
- Start date
- August, 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
- January, April, June, September
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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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8,303 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,304 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Drama: Acting - AA Los Medanos College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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8,303 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,304 USD
- Start date
- January, 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
- January, May, September
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Drama - MA University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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20,652 USD
Fee in university's local currency 36,086 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Education: Drama in Education - MEd Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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12,640 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,850 EUR
- Start date
- September
Diploma in drama
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Drama - GradDipArts University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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20,057 USD
Fee in university's local currency 35,048 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
Certificate in drama
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English with Drama and Media Studies - GradCert Ulster University, UK
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 10 months
- Annual tuition fee
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5,394 USD
Fee in university's local currency 4,830 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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14,854 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,300 GBP
- Start date
- January, February
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Secondary English with Drama - GradCert London Metropolitan University, UK
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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14,184 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,700 GBP
- Start date
- September
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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.
