MA - Theatre Studies as a main subject
The Master of Arts involves advanced study in an Arts subject and is intended for those who want to deepen their knowledge of that subject. The degree also includes a substantial component of independent research. The Master of Arts may be taken within the Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies, School of Arts or the School of Social Sciences.
A major in Theatre Studies at Waikato can be a rich and challenging pathway within an Arts degree. It has a wide range of vocational applications within the Performing Arts. This suite of papers leads the student through processes of performance-making.
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Key information
| Years: | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Start Dates: | Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July) |
| Fees (Domestic): | $6,748-$8,085 per year |
| Fees (International): | $30,695-$34,930 (120 pts) or $46,045-$52,395 (180 pts) |
| Entry Requirements: | Postgraduate International |
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| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
Career opportunities
- Actor
- Arts Administrator
- Director
- Stage Manager
- Teacher
- Theatre Technician
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Papers
Papers available within Theatre Studies
Prescriptions for the PGCert(TheatSt), PGDip(TheatSt), BA(Hons) and MA
To be eligible for enrolment in graduate Theatre Studies papers, a student should normally have at least a B average in the best three of their 300 level Theatre Studies papers. Honours students will be required to complete a minimum of 90 points from THSTS coded papers.
To complete a BA(Hons) in Theatre Studies, students must gain 120 points at 500 level, including at least 30 points in research (normally THSTS591) and at least 60 points from THST coded papers listed for Theatre Studies.
To be eligible to be considered for enrolment in the MA in Theatre Studies, a student should have completed either:
a) a BA with a major in Theatre Studies (or equivalent) and have gained at least a B grade average across the 300 level papers, or for a qualification considered by the Academic Board to be equivalent, or
b) a BA(Hons) in Theatre Studies (or equivalent) with at least second class honours (second division).
Completion requirements for the MA in Theatre Studies vary according to admission criteria:
Students admitted under a) above must complete 180 points from approved 500 level papers, including a research foundations paper, and either a 120 point thesis, a 90 point thesis or a 60 point dissertation.
Students admitted under b) above must complete a 120 point thesis, a 90 point thesis and a further 30 points from approved 500 level papers, or a 60 point dissertation and a further 60 points from approved 500 level papers.
500 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| THSTS544 | Embodiment and Performance | 20B (Hamilton) |
| Advanced practical and theoretical study of interdisciplinary perspectives on embodiment and performance for theatre studies and dance. Creative practice research methodology and qualitative methods will be discussed and applied in workshops. | ||
| THSTS560 | Special Topic: Applied Performance Practice | 20A (Hamilton) |
| This paper introduces the nature, contexts and purposes of applied performance practice. Students will explore how performance practices can be used as a tool for critical enquiry, empowerment and social change. | ||
| THSTS561 | Special Topic | 20B (Hamilton) |
| No description available. | ||
| THSTS590 | Directed Study | 20A (Hamilton) & 20B (Hamilton) |
| Students have the opportunity to pursue a topic of their own interest under the guidance of academic staff. | ||
| THSTS591 | Dissertation | 20X (Hamilton) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | ||
| THSTS592 | Dissertation | 20X (Hamilton) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | ||
| THSTS593 | Theatre Studies Thesis | 20X (Hamilton) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | ||
| THSTS594 | Theatre Studies Thesis | 20X (Hamilton) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | ||
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Subject Requirements
For more information about subject requirements, please refer to the Catalogue of Papers for the most up to date information.
For more information about subject requirements, please refer to the Catalogue of Papers for the most up to date information. If you have any questions and need more advice, contact one of our friendly student advisors on phone:
Please note: For all graduate subject requirements, check the information provided in the papers section above.
Contacts
School of Arts
Phone: 0800 800 145 or +64 7 838 4922
General and Undergraduate Email Enquiries: thst-fass@waikato.ac.nz
Graduate and Postgraduate Email Enquiries: thst-grad@waikato.ac.nz