Theatre Studies, Master 2 subject

  • What is theatre and how did it evolve?
  • How do I analyse a production?
  • When do people exhibit performative behaviour?
  • Which challenges has theatre to face today?
  • Which role has theatre played in history?

Profile

Degree
Master of Arts
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
German
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it applies liberal-arts theories to scenic and performative practices.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • History
  • Theory of scenic arts
  • Analysis
  • Dramaturgy
  • Mediality
  • Scenic research
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
 
has: good language skills, a talent for writing, critical reflection, basic historical and philosophical knowledge
enjoys: the scenic arts, debates, difficult texts, conducting academic work
struggles through: carrying responsibility, writing theses, critical self-reflection, books
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • B.A. in Theatre Studies or an equivalent degree course
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in dramaturgy
  • in arts administration
  • in fringe/alternative theatre
  • in academia
  • in the press
And else?
An internship ...

is optional.

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily. It is done from the 3rd semester.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

PD Dr. Kai van Eikels
Building, Room: GB 3/53
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25046
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Theaterwissenschaft
Building, Room: GB 3/131
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25081
Email:
Website Fachschaft

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