Study in Australia
at University of Melbourne · Melbourne, Victoria
CRICOS course code
085431G
CRICOS provider code
00116K
This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.
Duration
1.5 years
Tuition (whole course)
A$72,813 total
Per year
A$48,542/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Master of Theatre (Dramaturgy) at the University of Melbourne is a specialised postgraduate qualification designed for those seeking advanced expertise in dramaturgy within the performing arts. This programme explores the theory and practice of dramaturgy, focusing on the roles of a dramaturg in new work development, text adaptation, rehearsal processes, and performance analysis. Students investigate both classical and contemporary forms, learning to collaborate effectively with directors, writers, and performers across a variety of theatrical contexts.
Structured as a 1.5-year full-time master's, the course is delivered through a combination of core and elective units of study, each carrying specific credit points as per Australian higher education conventions. Emphasis is placed on experiential learning, incorporating collaborative studio projects and opportunities for practical engagement with professional theatre companies. A capstone project or research thesis allows students to synthesise their learning through independent artistic or scholarly inquiry. Students may engage in work-integrated learning, benefitting from strong links between the faculty and Melbourne's vibrant theatre scene.
The programme equips graduates with advanced skills in script analysis, critical thinking, creative development, performance dramaturgy, and effective communication. Students develop both artistic insight and analytical methods required to support playwrights, directors, and producing organisations. Engaging with local industry professionals and current practices in dramaturgy ensures readiness for employment in Australia's highly regarded performing arts community.
This master's degree is well-suited to theatre practitioners, arts graduates, and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of dramaturgy or transition into new roles in theatre creation and analysis. International students benefit from post-study work opportunities in Australia, including eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled. Entry requirements include evidence of English proficiency, with recognised tests such as IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and others accepted, specific requirements should be confirmed through the official course page.
Australian theatre companies, arts festivals, cultural institutions, and academia value professionals with advanced dramaturgy skills.
It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$72,813 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
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