Master in Theatre and Performance MA

Tuition comes to 22,250 GBP per year.

The Master in Theatre and Performance MA is a 1-year program for those who want to explore the world of theatre and performance. This master's degree is offered by Queen Mary University of London and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes compulsory modules like culture, ethics, and politics, as well as body, action, and documentation. Students will also develop skills in areas like performance activism and social justice, and will have the opportunity to work on a practice-based dissertation. The program covers various aspects of theatre and performance, including text, self, and performance.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as theatre directors, performance artists, drama therapists, arts administrators, and cultural critics. They can work in industries like theatre companies, arts organizations, and education institutions, or for employers like festivals, museums, and galleries.

Queen Mary University of London, with roots dating to 1785 and a current student body of about 32,000, is a major London-based university that blends historic traditions with modern research and teaching. Located in one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, Queen Mary hosts approximately 13,120 international students and offers an extensive portfolio of 703 programs across humanities, law, medicine, engineering and the sciences. Its central London setting provides unrivalled cultural, professional and networking opportunities.

The university is known for strong professional programs, research impact and industry links, offering students access to clinical placements, legal clinics, laboratories and entrepreneurial support. Small-group teaching and diverse seminar options complement large lectures, while dedicated career services, internships and mentorship programs help students prepare for competitive job markets. Research-active faculties support postgraduate study and collaborative projects with global partners.

Life at Queen Mary is shaped by London’s vibrant student scene, from arts and dining to industry events and volunteering. Comprehensive international student support, language assistance and accommodation services ease the transition for newcomers. Prospective international applicants should check program-specific entry requirements, scholarship opportunities and early application deadlines to make the most of study and professional pathways in a dynamic global city.