Master of Arts [M.A] (Theatre)
Field of Study:
$5,931 /Yr
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $5931 (CAD 8238) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room And Board | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
Total Cost | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2023 | $5702 (CAD 7920) |
2021 | $4447 (CAD 6177) |
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | |
- MA in Theatre at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Theatre.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- Graduate studies at the Department of Theatre will immerse students in a dynamic academic and research environment, with the support and guidance you need to take your passion to the next level.
- Students will receive hands-on experience in all areas of theatre, taught by leading scholars and theatre professionals in one of the most innovative teaching facilities in North America.
- With graduate programs in directing, design/production, theatre history and applied theatre, they offer graduate students the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of students in small classes and receive close mentorship from internationally renowned artists, scholars, directors, and designers.
- The MA program consists of a minimum of 15 units.
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an undergraduate degree in theatre or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A grade point average of 6.0/9.0 (B+ average) in the work of the last two years (30 units) leading to the bachelor’s degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete a Bachelor’s (4 years) degree in theatre or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- The minimum grade score for a degree should be 7/10 (60%), first class.
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
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- Writing sample: All students should submit a recently written academic paper.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.


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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Drama coach
- Special effects designer
- Talent manager
- Arts administrator
- Computer design specialist
- Fight Choreographer
- Scriptwriter
- Stage Manager
- Art Director
- Set Designer
- Crew Member
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Victoria University Future Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 720/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 14,525/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
Gyandhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 869/Yr$1,207 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 14,400/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Business Administration Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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